End (something) on a high note In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "end (something) on a high note", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Evelyn Nguyen calendar 2021-01-26 08:01

Meaning of End (something) on a high note

End (something) on a high note verb phrase

To finish, complete, and end something in a successful way

He ended his artistic career on a high note.

Susan won the first prize in the competition before retiring. She ended her career on a high note.

After winning the grammy, I decided to end my career on a high note.

In the last game, let's end it on a high note!

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The pleasant experience of being successful
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someone will be successful.

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Achieve recognition for your skills.
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(one) has a bright future ahead (of one)

One has the potential for being successful in the future ahead.

Grammar and Usage of End (something) on a high note

Verb Forms

  • end something on a high note
  • ends something on a high note
  • will end something on a high note
  • ended something on a high note

The verb "end" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of End (something) on a high note

This idiom is said to come into use in the 19th century and is related to music. At the end of a musical performance, the singer often hits a difficult high note that impresses the audience. 

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A humorous way of saying that what one has said is just what they acknowledge and may not be entirely accurate

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