all good things must come to an end
all good things must come to an end
Meaning
- everything that is deemed nice, ends
- it depicts the circle of life to say that everything has an end
- everything that one is fond off comes to an end, eventually
Example Sentences
- The band breaking up was a terrible things but I guess all good things must come to an end.
- My parents had a lovely relationship until my aunt came along to live with us. And then as all good things must come to an end, so did the peace in my household.
- College was the best time of my life but then all good things must come to an end.
- Did you know that you have the strength to do this kind of work today but may not be able to carry it out for a few years even? All good things must come to an end.
- This guy was a great economist and a brilliant prime minister for the country but then all good things must come to an end.
- I could vouch for him as a supplier any time in the past but all good things must come to an end and he is no longer reliable.
Origin
The phrase is one with a literal meaning and providing a sense of having to enjoy the good times while they last. It is speculated to have come into existence in the 14th century.
Synonyms
- good while it lasted
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