finishing touch

noun

: the last thing done to make something complete
added candles to the cake as the finishing touch
usually plural
They're putting the finishing touches on their new home.
He's putting the finishing touches on his latest novel.

Examples of finishing touch in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Housemade tiramisu, creme brulee or the vegan pastry of the day will be the finishing touch. Georgann Yara, The Arizona Republic, 19 Sep. 2024 Similarly to your favorite lip gloss, this body oil is the finishing touch to your body-care regimen for a high-shine, sleek, and supple result. Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 9 Sep. 2024 Get The Recipe 15 of 21 Caramel Apple Coffee Cake Homemade caramel sauce is the finishing touch that takes this apple coffee cake from good to great. Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2024 For a finishing touch, bring the City of Light to your own porch or backyard by hanging string lights around trees, posts, and railings. Claire Hoppe, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for finishing touch 

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“Finishing touch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/finishing%20touch. Accessed 5 Oct. 2024.

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