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as in last
following all others of the same kind in order or time
this will be my final order
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as in certain
having been established and usually not subject to change
the wedding date is final
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as in semifinal
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Recent Examples of final
Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 12 July 2025
Sinner, a 23-year-old Italian, and Alcaraz, a 22-year-old Spaniard, now head into a rematch of their epic final at the French Open four weeks ago.
—Howard Fendrich, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
Ronald Blum, Chicago Tribune, 15 July 2025
While the stories-at-the-speed-of-life series didn't get a comedy nomination in its final season, nor did star-writer Bridgett Everett, voters did have the good sense to honor Jeff Hiller, one of the ensemble's brilliant performers.
—EW.com, 15 July 2025
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Adjective
Some Wimbledon finals made the cut: the 1980 men’s version between Björn Borg and John McEnroe; the 2008 equivalent between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 12 July 2025
Sinner, a 23-year-old Italian, and Alcaraz, a 22-year-old Spaniard, now head into a rematch of their epic final at the French Open four weeks ago.
—Howard Fendrich, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
Noun
Hitting second in the final round, the 22-year-old Caminero closed within three dingers, took three pitches and hit a liner to left field.
—Ronald Blum, Chicago Tribune, 15 July 2025
While the stories-at-the-speed-of-life series didn't get a comedy nomination in its final season, nor did star-writer Bridgett Everett, voters did have the good sense to honor Jeff Hiller, one of the ensemble's brilliant performers.
—EW.com, 15 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for final
Adjective
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Citywide as of July 14, homicides are down 21% compared with this time last year and 35% compared with 2023, according to city data.—
Andrea May Sahouri,
Freep.com,
25 July 2025
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Wilkins, 29, was the Raiders’ marquee free agent signing last year, agreeing to a four-year, $110 million contract with $82.75 million guaranteed.—
Mark Anderson,
Baltimore Sun,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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Keep in mind that buckwheat can cause allergic reactions in certain people (especially in Asian countries), particularly if eaten frequently or in large amounts.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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The Thursday, July 10, raid came just as a federal judge ruled to block certain I.C.E. raids in Los Angeles based on methods being used to target detainees.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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The 2023 team that Harbaugh built in Ann Arbor, loaded with future NFL draftees and others who would sign with NFL teams as free agents, defeated Alabama in the national semifinals.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 July 2025
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As mentioned above, PSG is coming off of a dominant win over Real Madrid, while Chelsea just beat Fluminense in the semifinal.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
Noun
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However, thanks to test screening audience feedback, Danica no longer suffers the same fate as Helen, and Cline didn’t learn that her character would survive the newest Fisherman’s wrath until the middle of June.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
20 July 2025
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While the former Boise Young Rider Development Squad members are going wheel to wheel against the best in the world in Europe, the next generation of BYRDS cyclists put their skills to the test at the 38th annual criterium on Saturday in downtown Boise.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
20 July 2025
Adjective
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The video is the latest in a lengthy stream of controversies the probation department has faced in recent years.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2023
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The shooting happened the day before the fifth anniversary of the Parkland, Florida, school shooting that killed 17 and is the latest in what has become a deadly new year in the U.S.—
Joey Cappelletti and Mike Householder,
Anchorage Daily News,
15 Feb. 2023
Adjective
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But for the majority, especially those without college degrees or stable career paths, life expectancy hasn’t improved.—
Teresa Ghilarducci,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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This stood in sharp contrast to the postwar American corporate experience, which operated within stable, predictable structures.—
Gabriel Snyder,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Throughout his career, Hogan headlined the WWE's flagship event WrestleMania eight times and has won the WWE championship six times.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
24 July 2025
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His prediction proved to be correct, as Louisville would go on to win the national championship.—
Leo Bertucci,
The Courier-Journal,
24 July 2025
Noun
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He was found to have pushed through about 80 candidates who had failed the department’s psychological exam, officials said.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
15 July 2025
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During spring finals this year, the major AI companies fought to win over students by offering free or discounted access to their premium products for help with exam prep and essay writing.—
Lila Shroff,
The Atlantic,
14 July 2025
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“Final.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/final. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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