the last word
Example Sentences
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"We will not allow an act of violence to have the last word, especially during a year when we are reflecting on the 250th anniversary of America and everything we stand for."
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
Even in death, Jackson has the last word.
From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026
“The jury’s verdict is not the last word on this matter,” Live Nation said.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026
"It sounds sentimental, but he said: 'dad had the last word'."
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
I wanted to wait for the right moment to speak, and I figured it might be good to go at the end so I could have the last word.
From "The Epic Fail of Arturo Zamora" by Pablo Cartaya
