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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The family of a man who died after collapsing at the finish line of a half marathon has said he was the "best son and brother anyone could ask for".

From BBC

A month or so ago, with construction crews still plugging along, Ted Koerner lost sight of the finish line.

From Los Angeles Times

“It was never the finish line,” he said.

From Seattle Times

Lawmakers must live up to the promise of this moment and cross the finish line.

From Seattle Times

But now, Kershaw also knows he’s closing in on a possible finish line.

From Los Angeles Times