like light at the end of a tunnel
(redirected from a light at the end of a tunnel)like light at the end of a tunnel
Signifying a hopeful end, conclusion, or resolution to some particularly difficult, unpleasant, or arduous journey or process. After not knowing what was wrong with Bill for so long, finally getting a diagnosis feels like light at the end of a tunnel for us. I've been working on this book for nearly four years, so finishing the final chapter has been like light at the end of a tunnel.
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