"my watch has ended" meaning in English

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Phrase

Etymology: Derived from a misquotation of a phrase used in the A Song of Ice and Fire fantasy novel series and its television adaptation Game of Thrones. In the novels, "and now his watch is ended" is used to conclude eulogies honouring fallen members of the Night's Watch, a brotherhood of men who swear lifelong vows to defend the Wall. "My watch is ended" is used in the episode "Oathbreaker" (2016) by a character who resigns from the Watch. Head templates: {{head|en|phrase}} my watch has ended
  1. (fandom slang) Used to indicate that one's duties or tenure in a position have ended. Wikipedia link: A Song of Ice and Fire, Game of Thrones, Night's Watch, Oathbreaker (Game of Thrones), The Wall (A Song of Ice and Fire) Tags: slang Categories (topical): A Song of Ice and Fire
    Sense id: en-my_watch_has_ended-en-phrase-pl4RgPSt Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: lifestyle

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