Academic papers use the phrase as a metaphor for historical transitions or the final chapters of a specific era:
The phrase is often invoked in Brazilian political discourse to describe high-stakes investigations or social crises: Fim da Linha
"Fim da Linha" (meaning "End of the Line") is a versatile Portuguese phrase that appears in various cultural and academic contexts, often serving as a title for works exploring finality, transformation, or systemic collapse. Academic papers use the phrase as a metaphor
The title "Fim da Linha" is frequently used in Brazilian and Portuguese media to denote a breaking point or a conclusion: Fim da Linha
One notable paper, "O fim da linha: legados têxteis nos testamentos do clero..." , analyzes the wills of 13th-century Portuguese clergy to understand the social significance of textiles and clothing as terminal legacies.