НА ПОСЛЕДНЕМ ИЗДЫХАНИИ
Literal definition: on the last breath
Meaning: near to death or to the end of his or its useful life. In ancient times, the idiom had its direct meaning: to be in a very deplorable state. In everyday language, this expression was very common, but was used only in relation to people.
At present, this expression has retained its ancient meaning, and also acquired a new one – now this phrase is also applied to objects whose service life is coming to an end.
Usage example:
My car is on its last legs – I’ve had it twenty five years.
Моя машина на последнем издыхании – ей уже двадцать пять лет.
Synonyms
из последних сил
на ладан дышит
еле-еле душа в теле
держится на честном слове
на соплях держится
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