finish line

noun

: a line marking the end of a racecourse

Examples of finish line in a Sentence

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While Panarin watched popular teammates go and the Rangers sputtered to the finish line last April, a report from The Athletic called into question the character of the team’s most likable personality. Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026 Find an epic dance party at the finish line. Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 4 Feb. 2026 After being treated by medics, the 2010 Olympic gold medalist was able to ski slowly down to the finish line but was clearly feeling discomfort. Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 3 Feb. 2026 Republicans have an opportunity to get solid health care reform over the finish line this year before the midterm elections rebalance power in Washington. Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2026 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 14 Feb. 2026.

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finish line

noun
: a line marking the end of a racecourse
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