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finis

noun

ˈfi-nəs

Definition of finis

as in ending

the last part of a process or action if the two countries keep up their arms race, the inevitable finis to their rivalry will be their mutual destruction

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Noun

Age came with evidence — every mistake, playoff loss and unhappy ending.

— Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
In the third and final ending, everyone killed at least one person and guilt can be passed around like rolls at Thanksgiving.

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of ending

Noun

That didn’t stop more controversy from falling on the conference’s doorstep Saturday night, when one more play produced a conclusion that will likely be talked about for decades.

— Austin Meek, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
That’s the conclusion the two seem to have come to, especially after the fireman Rosie has her current hopes pinned on asks her out to a fancy dinner date, only to stand her up.

— Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of conclusion

Noun

For observers at mid-northern latitudes, the finale is especially low to the horizon.

— Joe Rao, Space.com, 5 Sep. 2026
And not even a strong Campbell performance and killer kills could make up for a sad use of AI and the least effective finale twist reveal to date.

— Michael Lee Simpson, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of finale

Noun

The Blues narrowly miss the playoffs after an abysmal start and a strong finish to the season.

— Jeremy Rutherford, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Radiant Glow Balm is a versatile balm that delivers a sheer, natural-looking tint, soft-focus glow and lightweight moisture for a dewy, hydrated finish.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of finish

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The public warnings are the culmination of growing concern globally about the capability of AI, following numerous cyberattacks and security incidents in recent months by rogue models developed by both OpenAI and Anthropic.

— Kai Nicol-Schwarz, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2026
The occasion was the culmination of five years of planning, according to officials, and will help local firefighters and federal agencies work hand in hand.

— Noah Daly, Idaho Statesman, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of culmination

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