last trump
The phrase "last trump" originates from Christian eschatology, referring to the final trumpet sound signaling the end of times. It is also used metaphorically to describe a final, decisive moment.
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Definition
C1Christian Eschatology
(religious, biblical)The final trumpet sound that signals the end of the world and the resurrection of the dead, as described in the Bible.
Example
- In Christian teachings, the last trump will herald the end of days and the final judgment.
B2General
(metaphorical)A final, decisive event or action that brings a situation to a conclusive end.
Example
- The company's last trump was the release of their most innovative product to date.
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