homestretch

noun

home·​stretch ˈhōm-ˈstrech How to pronounce homestretch (audio)
1
: the part of a racecourse between the last turn and the winning post
2
: a final stage

Examples of homestretch in a Sentence

The horses are in the homestretch.
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The Conservatory Project aims to replace temporary suites and 2,100 seats in the infield lining the homestretch of the track with new permanent structures providing 7,000 premium experiences for guests, including 36 suites. Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025 Not the homestretch of the season, which, despite wins in six of their final seven games, featured no margin for error as Tampa Bay engaged in an arm-wrestling match with the Atlanta Falcons for the division crown. Mike Jones, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025 The second and third phases of the Conservatory Project will include additional structures down the homestretch toward the starting gate and are expected to open in both 2027 and 2028. Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025 The Conservatory Project aims to replace temporary suites and 2,100 seats in the infield lining the homestretch of the track with new permanent structures providing 7,000 premium experiences for guests, including 36 suites. Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for homestretch

Word History

First Known Use

1841, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of homestretch was in 1841

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“Homestretch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homestretch. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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homestretch

noun
home·​stretch ˈhōm-ˈstrech How to pronounce homestretch (audio)
1
: the part of a racetrack between the final turn and the finish line
2
: a final stage

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