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The straw that break the camel's back
the straw that break the camel's back
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one of several difficulties happening after one another that finally makes it intolerable for someone to continue something
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Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "the straw that breaks the camel's back" and when to use it?
The idiom "the straw that breaks the camel's back" is a metaphorical expression used to describe the final, seemingly insignificant event or burden that causes a person or system to collapse or reach a breaking point. The origin of this idiom can be traced back to an ancient proverb that refers to the physical weight limit of a camel or donkey carrying a load. Beyond a certain point, even the addition of a small straw can cause the animal's back to break.
Exempel
When assigned one more project, it was the straw that broke the camel's back, and they decided to resign.
The unexpected car repair bill was the straw that broke the donkey's back, pushing them into a state of financial crisis.
It had been a difficult week, so when the car broke down, it was the straw that broke the camel's back.
When their computer crashed and they lost all their work, it was the straw that broke the camel's back, and they had an emotional breakdown.
I'm already fed up with your lazy, selfish behavior, Jim, but if you can't be bothered to come with me to my own mother's funeral, that will be the straw that breaks the donkey's back!
