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Be six feet under

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Informal IdiomPlay
The phrase is casual and often used in informal settings or among friends. SlideI joked that if I ate any more cake, I'd be six feet under by thirty.
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Mortality ReminderPlay
The phrase reminds us of human mortality and is sometimes used humorously or ironically. SlideI'll finally be six feet under before they finish that road construction.
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Sombre TopicPlay
It refers to death, which can be a sensitive topic, so use it with care. SlideHe wants to travel the world before he's six feet under.