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The last/final straw

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Emotional Intensity

Expresses strong emotion after tolerating many problems. Shows you've reached your limit.

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After weeks of overtime, the server crash was the last straw for me.
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Breaking Point

Indicates a specific moment where things become too much to handle, not just any frustration.

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She was patient with the delays, but the lost shipment was the final straw.
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Sequence of Events

Used after a series of negative events, not just a single incident.

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The team's laughter at my idea was the final straw after their constant teasing.
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