Meanings
From a line in the 1954 film On the Waterfront.
Something that results in failure or obscurity, with no chance at redemption.
Example Sentences
1
If you keep skipping classes, you're on a one-way ticket to Palookaville.
2
Max's gambling addiction is leading him on a one-way ticket to Palookaville.
3
Getting caught stealing will earn you a one-way ticket to Palookaville.
4
If you don't shape up and start studying, you'll end up with a one-way ticket to Palookaville.
5
Her reckless driving habits are a one-way ticket to Palookaville.
A-Z Proximities
one-noteone-offone-starone-track mindone-trick pony one-way ticket to Palookaville
onesey-twoseyonesie-twosieonly game in townonly time will telloof-bird