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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Unfortunately, no one will likely ever witness the actual grand finale. Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 8 Apr. 2026 But here comes the grand finale. Jayson Stark, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2026 For her grand finale, Macpherson made a bold statement in a black sheer ruffled dress, which featured a plunging mesh neckline that dipped to her waist. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026 The grand finale involves an oink-tastic party at Peppa’s House involving party hats, giggles, bubbles and more. K.j. Yossman, Variety, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for grand finale

Word History

First Known Use

1784, in the meaning defined above

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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 25 Apr. 2026.

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