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Definition of done fornext
as in done
facing certain defeat, disaster, or death with no means of escape, the stranded climbers knew that they were done for

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past participle of do for, chiefly British

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  • The investigation, according to the archives, cited several factors as contributing to the tragedy, including Holland’s disregard of procedures, the failure of superiors to take previous action and the inadequate preparation of crew members aboard the doomed plane.
    Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 16 June 2026
  • In his hands, Tom can be buffoonish, tragic, doomed and heroic at once.
    David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 11 June 2026
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  • Penn said these suggestions will not be included in the finished park, but can be included in an unfunded needs list for future considerations.
    Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 June 2026
  • Wright has recovered from the colon cancer surgery and finished chemotherapy.
    Stephanie Stahl, CBS News, 24 June 2026
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  • His choices allow the viewer to drink in the intimate details of the ruined world.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 17 Nov. 2025
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“Done for.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/done%20for. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.

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