my watch has ended

Etymology
Derived from a misquotation of a phrase used in the ' fantasy novel series and its television adaptation '. In the novels, "and now his watch is ended" is used to conclude eulogies honouring fallen members of the, a brotherhood of men who swear lifelong vows to defend. "My watch is ended" is used in the episode "" (2016) by a character who resigns from the Watch.

Phrase

 * 1) * 2016, Joseph Staszewski, "Farewell – but not goodbye", Brooklyn Courier, 20 May 2016 - 26 May 2016, page 44:
 * My watch has ended.
 * For the last eight years – four of them here at Courier Life Publications – I have had the privilege to be your eyes and ears, your evaluator, and a watchdog in New York City's local sports scene.
 * 1) * 2018, Gary W. Lewandowski, "My Watch Has Ended: A Chair's Exit Interview", The Department Chair, Fall 2018, page 10:
 * My watch has ended. After six years, I'm about to conclude my last three-year term as department chair.
 * 1) * 2020, Ryan Bater, quoted in John Cairns, "Bater concedes race", Regional News-Optimist (The Battlefords, SK), 12 November 2020, page 3:
 * "I really enjoyed my time on city council the last eight years. I've learned a lot, developed some really good relationships. I'm proud of the work we've done. And you know, I'm going to be thinking of our achievements as I move forward but for now, my watch has ended."
 * "I really enjoyed my time on city council the last eight years. I've learned a lot, developed some really good relationships. I'm proud of the work we've done. And you know, I'm going to be thinking of our achievements as I move forward but for now, my watch has ended."