finisher
Example Sentences
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The winner of the Nov. 3 runoff will replace termed-out Councilmember Bob Blumenfield, who recently endorsed Gaspar, as did Christopher Celona, the third-place finisher in the primary.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026
The most complete was offered by Jackson, the third-place finisher in the gubernatorial race.
From Slate ● Jul. 24, 2026
In a sport that has sometimes been criticized for a lack of scoring, it might seem inconceivable to leave out such a clinical finisher.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 29, 2026
Spain will face the second-place finisher in Group J, which will be determined late Saturday by the match between Algeria and Austria.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 27, 2026
The finisher should not glaire in more than he can tool the same day.
From Bookbinding, and the Care of Books A handbook for Amateurs, Bookbinders & Librarians by Noel Rooke