finish line

noun

: a line marking the end of a racecourse

Examples of finish line in a Sentence

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What awaits the Magic on the other side of the break is a sprint to the finish line. Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 14 Feb. 2025 The deal includes deferred money and opt-outs after each year, the latter of which helped move negotiations with the Red Sox over the finish line. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025 Now just three weeks are left for Ani to click-clack those heels over the finish line. Joe Reid, Vulture, 10 Feb. 2025 Ultimately, however, Reese and Queen could not carry the Terps over the finish line. Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 7 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for finish line 

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of finish line was in 1899

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“Finish line.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/finish%20line. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.

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finish line

noun
: a line marking the end of a racecourse
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