What is another word for bought the farm?
Pronunciation: [bˈɔːt ðə fˈɑːm] (IPA) 
"Bought the farm" is a colloquial expression that refers to the death of a person. Sometimes, people may want to avoid using such a morbid term when referring to the end of someone's life. In such cases, they can use other phrases or euphemisms that convey the same meaning without being as harsh-sounding. Some of the synonyms for "bought the farm" are kicked the bucket, passed away, departed, met one's maker, gave up the ghost, breathed one's last, and shuffled off this mortal coil. These phrases can be used in place of "bought the farm" to talk about someone's passing in a more sensitive, respectful, and empathetic manner.
