that does it

phrase

1

—used to say that one has finished doing something.

I just need to sign one more letter. There, that does it.

2

—used in angry speech to say that one will not accept or allow something anymore

"They say we'll have to wait another hour." "That does it! We're leaving right now!"

Examples of that does it in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Maybe there is a particular sound, kid behavior, or smell that does it. — Parents, 19 July 2026

For an accent chair that does it all, scoop up this multifunctional design that converts into a chair, chaise lounge, and sleeper bed, depending on your needs. — Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Apr. 2026

The Wolverines' school-record, nine-game winning streak in Big Ten games was snapped by a big and experienced team that plays stifling defense and is led by a 6-foot-7 preseason All-America center that does it all. — CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026

Layer a long-sleeve underneath—or avoid the extra bulk with this one that does it for you. — Talia Abbas, Vogue, 10 Nov. 2025

Rhymes for that does it

• candlelit
• counterfeit
• hypocrite
• resubmit
• retrofit
• acquit
• admit
• armpit
• backlit
• befit
• cockpit
• commit