finale
Americannoun
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the last piece, division, or movement of a concert, opera, or composition.
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the concluding part of any performance, course of proceedings, etc.; end.
noun
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the concluding part of any performance or presentation
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the closing section or movement of a musical composition
Etymology
Origin of finale
1715–25; < Italian, noun use of finale (adj.) < Latin fīnālis final
Example Sentences
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While the fan-theorised second finale has not materialised, a behind-the-scenes documentary showing how season five of the hit TV series came to life hopes to satisfy some of those yearnings and burning questions.
From BBC
They played out a tight affair in Florida, with Buffalo leading 10-7 at half-time, then 13-10 heading into the fourth quarter, when the lead changed hands four times in a nail-biting finale.
From BBC
Mira’s addition and her abduction at the end of the finale kick off a serialized quest in the second season.
From Salon
Gus Atkinson picked up a hamstring injury in the fourth Test in Melbourne and was ruled out of the Sydney finale.
From BBC
“Percy” had 23 months between its Season 1 finale in January 2024 and last month’s Season 2 premiere.
From Los Angeles Times
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