Definitions

finish line

NOUN

line where race ends

Synonyms

STRONGEST

finishing line

WEAK

destination goal journey's end last stop resting place stopping place tape wire

Example Sentences

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Right now it appears unlikely that even all those existing bills have time to cross the finish line.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

At Slate, we call this mad dash to the finish line “Opinionpalooza,” and we approach it with equal parts fascination, skepticism, and dread every year.

From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026

The brothers set off on their final marathon at about 09:30 local time in north Dublin, before crossing the finish line in Merrion Square at about 14:30.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

The 34-year-old from Sweden went from third to first over the 200th lap after throwing a last-ditch pass around David Malukas with the finish line in sight.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

I sprint for the finish line, keeping my arms pumping straight and my legs in line, and just for show I cross with a little lean forward.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen