[Idiom] KICK THE BUCKET. - Beyond the Bucket: Exploring Life’s Final Idiom
Kick the bucket.
/kɪk ðə ˈbʌkɪt/
Die.
Kick the bucket" is a colloquial and somewhat humorous way to refer to death. The phrase's origin is often disputed, but it is thought to come from the method in which livestock was slaughtered in the past. Despite its grim meaning, the idiom is used in casual contexts to lighten the conversation about death. It reminds us of the inevitability of life’s end and encourages discussions about mortality in a less somber tone, which can be important for dealing with grief and understanding life’s fragile nature.
Example Sentences
Sadly, my old car finally kicked the bucket.
His car has finally broken down beyond repair after prolonged use.
He joked that he'll kick the bucket before he retires.
He humorously suggests that he might pass away before he stops working.
When the farm's oldest horse kicked the bucket, it was a sad day.
The oldest horse on the farm died, bringing sadness to all.