finish line
Americannoun
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Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of finish line
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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His level dropped slightly in the next two sessions but he still claimed both 3-2 to push ever closer to the finish line.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
Ellison’s proposed merger has been moving closer to the finish line after securing approvals from the U.S.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
With his bike unrideable and his team car carrying a replacement bike several minutes behind, he set off on foot towards the finish line.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
Riyadh Air was able to get over the finish line a year behind schedule with tweaks to its seat design.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 28, 2026
Though a few dissidents still thought he was a laughing talking-machine, he nonetheless saw problems through to the finish line.
From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson
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