last flicker

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The final sign of something, often used figuratively to mean the last remnant of a quality like hope or freedom.

flickerADJECTIVE + NOUN

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last

Examples (10)

  • The last flicker of hope died in her eyes as the rescue team departed.
  • With trembling hands, she watched the last flicker of the candle flame fade away.
  • The revolution ended when the government crushed the last flicker of resistance.
  • In his final moments, there was just a last flicker of recognition before he closed his eyes.
  • The abandoned building showed the last flicker of its former grandeur in the faded murals.
  • As the storm approached, the last flicker of sunlight disappeared behind dark clouds.
  • The last flicker of freedom vanished when martial law was declared.
  • She felt the last flicker of doubt before making her final decision.
  • The old man's smile held the last flicker of his youthful charm.
  • After hours of searching, they saw the last flicker of light from the distant lighthouse.