finish line

noun

1. a line marking the end of a race.

Word History and Origins

Origin of finish line¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

And I thought, ‘Oh, right. Don’t slow down. Cross the finish line with force.’

From Los Angeles Times

The rest of the film is a limp to the finish line, not that it was all that spry to begin with.

From Los Angeles Times

“But for My Little Pony, in particular, this year is extra validating. The beloved toy was a finalist seven times before finally crossing the finish line!”

From Salon

Community organizers and good government groups deserve much of the credit for getting these measures across the finish line.

From Los Angeles Times

About 200 sailors have taken part in the Vendée Globe over the years, but only 114 have actually managed to cross the finish line due to the extreme conditions.

From BBC

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