The old computer is down for the count.
down for the count
idiomDecisively beaten; defeated; rendered irrelevant for the long term.
Origin
disputed originThe figurative senses are extended from the literal one.
After the company lost its biggest client, many analysts thought the business was down for the count.
Following the sudden collapse of the national economy, the once-thriving local industry was effectively down for the count, leaving thousands of workers without a future.
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count angels on pinheads
To focus on obtaining the correct details of something which are largely irrelevant or unimportant.
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count noses
To count people one at a time.
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count one's blessings
To focus one's attention on the circumstances of one's life which are pleasant or fortunate, especially with the intention of diverting one's thoughts from serious or disagreeable matters.
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count one's days
To prepare for imminent retribution or termination.
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count sheep
To attempt to go to sleep by thinking of something boring, traditionally by counting imaginary sheep.
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count to five
Synonym of count to ten.
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count to ten
An expression used to describe or recommend a process for pausing to regain one's composure when one is on the verge of losing one's temper.
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count to three
Synonym of count to ten.