not final

Example Sentences

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"The conclusions are not final, but they do shed light on the theory that commission technicians currently consider the most plausible," he told journalists in Madrid.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

The commissioner's ruling is not final, the Times reports.

From BBC • Dec. 9, 2024

In response to questions from ProPublica, the EPA wrote in an email that the report was not final and that the agency was in the process of updating it.

From Salon • Dec. 9, 2024

A DWP spokesperson said the utility had reached a settlement in principle but noted that the settlement was not final and that the utility generally does not comment on ongoing litigation.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 22, 2024

The decision was not final; they could still scratch him at any point up to forty-five minutes before post time.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand