General
at the end of the day
What does at the end of the day mean?
A filler phrase introducing the most important point after everything else.
"At the end of the day, customers just want it to work."
Origin
Common British/American idiom, a classic meeting cliché.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'at the end of the day' mean?
It means 'ultimately' or 'when everything is considered', used to introduce the bottom-line point.
Why is 'at the end of the day' a cliché?
It's one of the most mocked meeting phrases, often used as filler before an obvious conclusion.
How is 'at the end of the day' used?
To sum up, e.g. 'at the end of the day, customers just want it to work'.
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