meet your waterloo

The phrase "meet your waterloo" is an idiomatic expression derived from the historical event of the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. It means to suffer a decisive and overwhelming defeat or setback, often used when someone's skills, strategies, or aspirations are defeated or challenged by a formidable opponent or situation. It implies encountering a situation or person that proves to be insurmountable or disastrous, leading to failure or downfall.