blaze of glory
Dramatic final triumph
A blaze of glory is a dramatic, spectacular finale—especially one involving destruction or death.
The phrase suggests going out memorably rather than fading quietly: He crashed his career in a blaze of glory rather than accept a quiet demotion.
Often used with "go out in": They went out in a blaze of glory.
Final work or performance
- last standUltimate defensive effort
- final actConcluding portion of drama
- climaxPoint of greatest intensity
- culminationHighest or final point
crowning moment · dramatic finish · ultimate sacrifice · curtain call · denouement · farewell · coda · epilogue
Defeating an opponent
- achievementAccomplished goal or deed
- famePublic recognition, widespread
- renownWidespread acclaim and recognition
- legacyWhat's passed down
pinnacle · zenith · accolade · celebration · honor · heroism · legendary · immortality
swan song
Final work or performance
- last standUltimate defensive effort
- final actConcluding portion of drama
- climaxPoint of greatest intensity
culmination · crowning moment · dramatic finish · ultimate sacrifice · curtain call · denouement · farewell · coda · epilogue · sunset
victory
Defeating an opponent
- achievementAccomplished goal or deed
- famePublic recognition, widespread
- renownWidespread acclaim and recognition
legacy · pinnacle · zenith · accolade · celebration · honor · heroism · legendary · immortality · prestige
- dramatic exitsdramatic exit, storming out, storm off, door slam, walkout
blaze of glorydisgrace
Loss of honor
ignominy · fall from grace · dishonorable discharge · public humiliation · humiliation
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