grand finale

noun

Synonyms of grand finalenext
: a climactic finale (as of an opera)

Examples of grand finale in a Sentence

All of the performers came on stage for the opera's grand finale. the award for best picture is traditionally the evening's grand finale
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The King, 77, led members of his family in taking in the sights and cheers of the crowd massed below as Trooping the Colour had its grand finale on Saturday, June 13. Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026 So, which pitchers have made changes over the last month, and given us a second act that might preview a grand finale? Eno Sarris, New York Times, 9 June 2026 Anticipation for Rocky’s Gov Ball 2026 grand finale had been building for days, as fans lined up for a chance to claim ultra-rare copies of the VIBE print edition with Rocky on the cover. Rob Kenner, VIBE.com, 8 June 2026 The grand finale was a massive fireworks display seen across the city. CNN Money, 7 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for grand finale

Word History

First Known Use

1784, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of grand finale was in 1784

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“Grand finale.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grand%20finale. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.

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