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untimely ending
[/ʌnˈtaɪmli ˈɛndɪŋ/]
noun
pl: untimely endings
fim prematuro
1.
An end or conclusion that occurs before the expected or appropriate time; a premature conclusion
The actor's untimely ending to his career shocked the industry.
O fim prematuro da carreira do ator chocou a indústria.
2.
A death that occurs sooner than expected or in unexpected circumstances
His untimely ending at such a young age was tragic.
Seu fim prematuro em uma idade tão jovem foi trágico.
Synonyms
premature ending
early conclusion
abrupt end
sudden death
unexpected termination
Antonyms
timely ending
appropriate conclusion
natural death
expected end
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
fim prematuro
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
término antecipado
Alternative colloquial expression
São Paulo
fim precipitado
Slightly more formal variant
Portugal
morte prematura
Commonly used when referring to death specifically
Related Idioms & Phrases
cut short
meet one's end
come to an untimely end
bite the dust
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