the tail end

noun

: the last part of something
She is at the tail end of her career.

Examples of the tail end in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
At the tail end of the night, library staff rolled out a cake to celebrate Stine’s 83rd birthday. — Kat Tran october 8, Sacbee.com, 8 Oct. 2026 There's also a finger grip that attaches to the tail end, if that's your style. — New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2026 These illnesses often begin with symptoms that look very similar, so telling them apart can be tricky – especially when the beginning of cold and flu season in the fall can be the tail end of summer seasonal allergies. — Ann Sheehan, The Conversation, 18 Sep. 2026 However, the tail end of summer is an excellent time to score some sweet deals on all things patio and outdoor, thanks to the steep discounts at Amazon’s online outlet. — Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the tail end

Cite this Entry

“The tail end.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20tail%20end. Accessed 13 Oct. 2026.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster