Light at the end of the tunnel

Pro Tip 1/3

Positive Outcome

Use it when expecting a situation to improve after difficulty or darkness.

Despite the struggles, he believed there was a light at the end of the tunnel.

Pro Tip 2/3

Extended Metaphor

It's a metaphor comparing trouble to darkness and hope to light.

Studying hard was tough, but graduation was the light at the end of the tunnel.

Pro Tip 3/3

Emotional Relief

Can express a sense of relief after anxiety, stress or uncertainty.

After weeks in the hospital, her recovery was the light at the end of the tunnel.