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The idea was pleasant, but the more difficult part was actually getting to the finish line.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 28 Nov. 2024
There were still quite a few people lining the course, especially Main Street near the finish line and there was a big crowd cheering under a tarp in front of the Hungry Tiger bar in the first mile of the course on Charter Oak Street.
—Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 28 Nov. 2024
Runners begin their race at the start line on the Central Parkway side of the stadium and end at the finish line near the Ezzard Charles Drive-John Street intersection.
—Aaron Valdez, The Enquirer, 27 Nov. 2024
There will be a free hot cocoa bar and other activities at the finish line, according to the Wisconsin Bike Fed’s website.
—Cailey Gleeson, Journal Sentinel, 26 Nov. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1899, in the meaning defined above
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“Finish line.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/finish%20line. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
finish line
noun
: a line marking the end of a racecourse
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