Use when actions lead directly to failure, not just a small setback.

Negative Outcome

Emphasizes the last in a series of events that causes complete failure.

Final Blow

Not a physical kiss, but symbolic of a destructive action or event.

Best avoided if you want to keep a conversation positive as it implies doom.

Can be used to make an outcome seem more dramatic or final.

Indicates a clear warning or signal that something will not succeed.

Be aware that discussing failure can be sensitive; use the phrase with discretion.

Suggests an outcome is inevitable; it's not just a possibility, but a likely result.