last chance saloon
The phrase "last chance saloon" has roots in 19th-century American saloons but is now primarily used metaphorically in British English to denote a critical, final opportunity.
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Definition
C1Metaphorical
(british, figurative)A final opportunity to succeed or avoid failure.
Example
- This project is my last chance saloon to prove my capabilities.
- The team is in the last chance saloon; they must win this game to stay in the competition.
C2Historical
(western US, historical)A bar located at the edge of a town, often the last place to get alcohol before entering a dry area.
Example
- In the 19th century, many travelers would stop at the last chance saloon before heading into the desert.
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