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

The one thing that nearly kept him from the finish line was the same that ensured he was on the start line - nutrition.

From BBC

"I got to the finish line and the grandstands were empty, my family tried to get in there but they were refused, so it was very underwhelming," she said.

From BBC

"They said the marathon would hurt but I felt really good, even after 5km and 15km! When I saw the finish line, I thought, is that really it?"

From BBC