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What is the origin of the idiom "dead duck" and when to use it?

The idiom "dead duck" is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century, and was likely inspired by the image of a duck that has been shot and killed, and is therefore no longer of any use. This phrase is often used to describe someone or something that is doomed to fail or no longer has a chance of success.