finals
Britishplural noun
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the deciding part or parts of a sports or other competition
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education the last examination series in an academic or professional course
Example Sentences
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Anisimova has emerged as a major force in the past year, reaching the finals at Wimbledon and the US Open.
From Barron's
The fear is that, for all the excitement generated by their finals, the men’s draw could become too predictable if their domination continues.
From BBC
Sabalenka lost two Grand Slam finals last year, first to Madison Keys in Melbourne before committing 70 unforced errors in the French Open showpiece against Coco Gauff.
From BBC
The dangerous American, who burst to prominence last year by making the finals of Wimbledon and the US Open, battled past the Czech player 6-1, 6-4 on Margaret Court Arena.
From Barron's
There was jubilation when the Scottish men's team qualified for the World Cup finals for the first time in 28 years.
From BBC
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