on one's last legs
Meaning: About to die, fail, or collapse.
Language: English
Literally: (Already vivid in English)
Category: The Absurd
Origin: The expression suggests a person who is about to collapse for the last time because his or her legs no longer have the strength to carry him forward or hold him upright.
More idioms — The Absurd
- on the blink — Not working correctly.
- on the fritz — Not working correctly.
- over the top — Beyond expectations; outside normal or accepted boundaries; exaggerated.
- pull the rug out from under someone — To abruptly ruin someone's plans or expectations.
- raise cain — To cause a disturbance, often because one is extremely angry; to make trouble.
- run amok — To run around in a frenzied or disorderly way.
More English idioms
- on the ball — Mentally sharp or alert; well-prepared; efficient.
- on the go — Constantly busy; very active.
- on the level — Honest and without deception.
- on the spot — In an awkward social situation (sentence 1) or immediately and nearby (sentence 2).
- on the up and up — Honest; ethical; fair.
- on the wagon — To abstain from drinking alcoholic beverages because one cannot control oneself.
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