Definition of Demise
the end of a period or lifespan
Examples of Demise in a sentence
My mother’s demise occurred unexpectedly in a traffic accident. 🔊
Since Jim was so young, everyone was stunned by his heart attack and sudden demise. 🔊
Online newspapers are causing the demise of the traditional newspaper. 🔊
When Hank met Meredith and fell head over heels in love, he knew their meeting was the demise of his bachelorhood. 🔊
The ship’s demise happened as a result of its impact with an iceberg. 🔊
To many, the invention of the mobile phone has signaled the demise of the payphone. 🔊
The unexpected thunderstorm caused the demise of the championship game. 🔊
Since Mrs. Haney was such a heartless person, nobody grieved her demise enough to attend her funeral. 🔊
The rodent met his demise in the rattrap. 🔊
When my daughter learned of her puppy’s demise, she cried for weeks. 🔊
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