Game over
phrase
Used to indicate the end of a game.
When his last life was used, the screen displayed 'game over'.
Often appears as...
- game over screen
- game over man
phrase
Used to indicate that a certain situation or endeavor has ended unsuccessfully.
When he lost his job, his chances of paying his rent on time were game over.
Often appears as...
- game over scenario
- game over situation
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
Colloquial
phrase
Used to indicate that there's no longer any chance of success or improvement in a situation.
Once the relationship ended, he knew it was game over for his happiness.
Often appears as...
- game over for him
- game over for us
Usage tips
Disapproving
phrase
Used to indicate the end of a game.
When his last life was used, the screen displayed 'game over'.
Often appears as...
- game over screen
- game over man
phrase
Used to indicate that a certain situation or endeavor has ended unsuccessfully.
When he lost his job, his chances of paying his rent on time were game over.
Often appears as...
- game over scenario
- game over situation
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
Colloquial
phrase
Used to indicate that there's no longer any chance of success or improvement in a situation.
Once the relationship ended, he knew it was game over for his happiness.
Often appears as...
- game over for him
- game over for us
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Gaming Origin
Initially from video games, where it literally signals the end of play.
Once the timer hit zero, 'game over' appeared, and I had to start again.
Pro Tip 2/3Literal Use
Used also outside gaming to mean an abrupt end.
After the final whistle, it's game over for the losing team.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Often referenced in pop culture, signaling a conclusion or failure.
He quoted the movie, saying 'Game over, man!' when we lost the match.
Pro Tip 1/3Gaming Origin
Initially from video games, where it literally signals the end of play.
Once the timer hit zero, 'game over' appeared, and I had to start again.
Pro Tip 2/3Literal Use
Used also outside gaming to mean an abrupt end.
After the final whistle, it's game over for the losing team.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Often referenced in pop culture, signaling a conclusion or failure.
He quoted the movie, saying 'Game over, man!' when we lost the match.
Pro Tip 1/3Gaming Origin
Initially from video games, where it literally signals the end of play.
Once the timer hit zero, 'game over' appeared, and I had to start again.
Pro Tip 2/3Literal Use
Used also outside gaming to mean an abrupt end.
After the final whistle, it's game over for the losing team.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Often referenced in pop culture, signaling a conclusion or failure.
He quoted the movie, saying 'Game over, man!' when we lost the match.
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