Idiom: Sticky end

Idiom Definitions for 'Sticky end'

If someone comes to a sticky end, they die in an unpleasant way. ('Meet a sticky end' is also used.)
  • This idiom is British English British English
  • Category: Death
  • View examples in Google: Sticky end

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