bite the big one
The phrase "bite the big one" is a slang idiom used in various informal contexts to describe negative outcomes, often in a humorous or casual manner.
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Definition
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(slang, informal)To die.
Example
- He joked that if he ever bites the big one, he wants a party instead of a funeral.
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(slang, informal)To fail or perform very poorly.
Example
- The new movie really bites the big one; the plot was terrible and the acting was worse.
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(slang, informal)To be unpleasant or undesirable.
Example
- This weather bites the big one; it's been raining all week.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "bite the big one":
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