The article reflects on the concept of endings, using the word 'end' and its variations as a starting point. The author observes the light in Dehradun, describing it as 'fallen' and lacking intention to move, an intimation of ending. This observation is linked to Bengali phrases describing different types of evening light, such as 'kone dyakhar alo' and 'godhuli,' which capture a reluctance to let the day conclude. The piece explores language's role in staving off the inevitable sense of ending.