climax

Example Sentences

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As in the climax of a Jane Austen novel, it just feels so right.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

For another horror film, one with less demonstrated interest in getting under the audience’s skin, this kitchen-sink climax could make for a memorable final act.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

"We start with the climax," explained actor An Chae-hee, who plays the female lead.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

He was also one of Morocco's superstars during the Africa Cup of Nations, with the host team making it to the final where they lost in a chaotic climax to the tournament to Senegal.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

The next ten minutes played out like the climax of a John Woo movie.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline