〜あげく
Formation
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Meaning
Indicates that after a long process or struggle, a final result (often negative or disappointing) was reached. It implies a sense of exhaustion or frustration.
Examples
さんざん悩んだあげく、彼と別れることにしました。
After agonizing over it for a long time, I decided to break up with him.
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