last straw

Example Sentences

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The firing of his defense minister at a time of heightened security threats in the West Bank and elsewhere, appeared to be a last straw for many, prompting a new surge of opposition.

From Seattle Times

The last straw for the sisters came in 2020, with the explosion of late-night partying on their street involving cars with powerful speakers.

From New York Times

I was toxic in a breakup with a friend who didn’t deserve it, which was the last straw.

From Seattle Times

For Matthew Pottinger, a former journalist and White House aide testifying before the House committee on Thursday, the riot at the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, was the last straw.

From New York Times

But his handling of allegations about a senior politician who had been accused of sexual misconduct proved the last straw for many Conservatives, who this week openly revolted and forced him out of office.

From Washington Times