the beginning of the end

noun phrase

: the start of a series of events that leads to the end

The argument marked the beginning of the end of their marriage.

Examples of the beginning of the end in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Is this the beginning of the end? —Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 8 May 2026

In 1996, Turner Broadcasting merged with Time Warner to form the world’s largest media company, marking the beginning of the end of Turner’s apex in corporate media. —Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026

Or maybe the beginning of the end of Winnipeg, at least as a market that can compete in the NHL. —Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026

Good morning from Denver, The plate appearances that began the first two innings were either going to portend a big night for the Padres or signal the beginning of the end. —Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026

Rhymes for the beginning of the end

• amend
• append
• ascend
• attend
• backend
• befriend
• boyfriend
• commend
• compend
• contend
• defend
• depend