at the end of the day

phrase

informal
: in the end
It was a difficult decision, but at the end of the day, we knew we made the right choice.

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In my experience, a five-minute breathing practice before your first meeting, a short walk without your phone at noon or a brief journaling session at the end of the day can meaningfully reduce stress and sharpen your focus. Todd Villeneuve, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 Patrick Clancy finished his testimony at the end of the day, and in between his direct and cross-examination sessions, two other witnesses testified. Kristina Rex, CBS News, 30 July 2026 Then, at the end of the day, Bomgren makes a point to do active errands around the house before her kids get home. Jennifer Heimlich, Time, 27 July 2026 But at the end of the day, food is a catalyst for conversation and camaraderie. Claire Hall, Hartford Courant, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for at the end of the day

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“At the end of the day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20the%20end%20of%20the%20day. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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