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in_the_loop_516 about to die, fail, or collapse 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.

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ON (ONE’S) LAST LEGS This car is practically worthless. It’s in the repair shop more than it’s on the road. I think it’s on its last legs.The company is selling its assets and is about to declare bankruptcy. It’s on its last legs. Emotions/Feelings: ill health

Id	in_the_loop_516
Idiom	ON (ONE’S) LAST LEGS
Definition	about to die, fail, or collapse
Examples	This car is practically worthless. It’s in the repair shop more than it’s on the road. I think it’s on its last legs. The company is selling its assets and is about to declare bankruptcy. It’s on its last legs.
Extra Info	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.
Category	Emotions/Feelings: ill health

Legs It’s Collapse Loop One’s Die Fail Car