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Loose end
01
something that is not completely exlained or taken care of
Idiom
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
loose ends
Examples
The author tied up all the loose ends of the story in the final chapter.
to tie up loose ends
01
to finish something that is left unfinished
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "tie up loose ends" and when to use it?
The idiom "tie up loose ends" has its origins in the literal practice of tying loose or untied elements together to create a tidy result. The phrase likely emerged in the early 19th century, and its usage became more prevalent in the 20th century. It is commonly used in various contexts and occasions where there are unfinished tasks, unresolved issues, or loose threads that need to be addressed for completion.
Examples
Before leaving the office, she tied up all loose ends for the day.
