quar·ter·fi·nal
ˌkwȯ(r)-tər-ˈfī-nᵊl 
1
quarterfinals plural
: a quarterfinal round
2
: a quarterfinal match
1
: immediately preceding the semifinal in an elimination tournament
2
: of or participating in a quarterfinal
Examples of quarterfinal in a Sentence
Noun
He lost in the quarterfinal.
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Dana Rose Falcone, Peoplemag, 2 May 2024
Compared to other theme nights this season, things were pared down — no guest stars or gimmicks, just the three Group B finalists battling it out for their chance in the quarterfinals.
—Lauren Huff, EW.com, 2 May 2024
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Noun
With only one spot left in the quarterfinals and no Ding Dong Keep It On bell left to be rang, Cannon announced that Soundtrack of My Life Night would result in a double elimination.
—Dana Rose Falcone, Peoplemag, 2 May 2024
Compared to other theme nights this season, things were pared down — no guest stars or gimmicks, just the three Group B finalists battling it out for their chance in the quarterfinals.
—Lauren Huff, EW.com, 2 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for quarterfinal
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“Quarterfinal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quarterfinal. Accessed 8 May. 2024.
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