Idiom – Bring Down The Curtain

Bring Down The Curtain – Idiom of the Day

Meaning:

The idiom mostly refers to bringing something down or to an end. 

History:

The idiom ‘Bring down the curtain’ was first referred to as lowering the screens at the front of the stage in theatres or to something that was going to end. 

Idiom scenarios:

Scenario 1:

Rose: I don’t know when the government will take action against that controversial campaign. 

John: Don’t worry; my father, who works at the government organization, told me that the government plans to bring down the controversial campaign’s curtains. 

Scenario 2:

Keith: Hey Raj, Why do you look upset? Is everything alright? 

Raj: Hi! Keith, What do I say to you? I am just fed up with my wife’s arguments and fights. 

Keith: Oh, It’s sad to hear, but may I suggest something to you? 

Raj: Yeah, sure, why not?

Keith: It’s high time to bring the curtains down, Raj. 

Scenario 3:

Rose: Listen to your dad and take over his business, John. 

John: I want to crack the CSE exams and do something for our country, Rose. I simply can’t take it over. 

Rose: I know, John, it’s your dream to serve the nation, but it’s time to bring down the curtains and do something that will make your life progressive. So, think wisely. 

John: Thanks for your suggestions; I will give it a thought, but won’t stop preparing for the exams. 

Examples:

Understand the Usage of the Idiom in the Sentences:

1. At the end of the persuasive speech, a standing ovation was given as the theatre brought down the curtains.
2. His accident brought the curtains down on his remarkable Acting career. 
3. The opposition must bring down the curtains on years of battling for the state. 
4. After trying for over five years, he decided to bring down the curtains of his IAS training. 
5. The sudden climax brought down the curtains on an unhappy episode.