That does it!

That does it!
That does it!
1. Inf. That completes it!; It is now done just right! •

When Jane got the last piece put into the puzzle, she said, “That does it!”

John (signing a paper): Well, that's the last one! That does it! Bill: I thought we'd never finish.

2. and That tears it! Inf. That's the last straw!; Enough is enough!

Bill: We're still not totally pleased with your work. Bob: That does it! I quit!

Sally: That tears it! I never want to see you again! Fred: I only put my arm around you!


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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