idiom
swan song
SWON SONG
swɒn sɒŋListen
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Syllable breakdown
swansong
Dictionary meaning
A final performance, appearance, or effort before retirement or the end of something.
History and origin
From the ancient belief that swans sing beautifully before death.
Examples
- The album felt like the band's swan song.
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