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also dénouement
as in finale
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the final part of something (such as a book, a play, or a series of events)
In the play's denouement, the two lovers kill themselves. the competition's exciting denouement
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Recent Examples of denouement
The stubborn love between father and son also has its spotlight during the denouement, and the thought of who might portray Hiccup’s mother Valka (voiced by Cate Blanchett originally) in the live-action sequel already in the works is intriguing.
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Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 8 June 2025
That’s what’s tragic about the denouement of Biden’s decades of distinguished public service.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 29 May 2025
Still, for some experts, Bousso’s work delivers a satisfying denouement to the Penrose and Wall singularity story, despite its unrealistic abundance of particles.
—Charlie Wood, Quanta Magazine, 27 May 2025
But this latest exchange had a far less satisfying denouement: an uncertain military outcome and a diplomatic embarrassment, in the eyes of Modi’s nationalist base.
—Vaibhav Vats, The Atlantic, 21 May 2025
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Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 8 June 2025
That’s what’s tragic about the denouement of Biden’s decades of distinguished public service.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 29 May 2025
Still, for some experts, Bousso’s work delivers a satisfying denouement to the Penrose and Wall singularity story, despite its unrealistic abundance of particles.
—Charlie Wood, Quanta Magazine, 27 May 2025
But this latest exchange had a far less satisfying denouement: an uncertain military outcome and a diplomatic embarrassment, in the eyes of Modi’s nationalist base.
—Vaibhav Vats, The Atlantic, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for denouement
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In the second film's big finale, the main trio Phil (Bradley Cooper), Alan (Galifianakis), and Stu (Helms) ride a giant speedboat to Stu's wedding.—
Daysia Tolentino,
EW.com,
5 July 2025
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The announcement was made during the season 12 finale in March 2025.—
Francesca Gariano,
People.com,
5 July 2025
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That ending is the most important scene and is very much in direct contact with the overarching theme that penetrates all three seasons.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
8 July 2025
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In addition, the Squid Game Season 3 ending certainly seems to allude to the format going international.—
Griff Griffin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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China had postponed the conclusion of the cognac probe twice, as the two sides tried to resolve the alcohol and EV spats, among others.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
4 July 2025
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Bypassing Bagwell should begin, in earnest, a pursuit of 3,000 hits that will define the conclusion of Altuve’s career.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
4 July 2025
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The actress, 48, and her husband, 49, walked the red carpet for the newest sequel in the slasher franchise at Los Angeles' United Theater on Broadway on Monday, July 14.—
Logan Holland,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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With a sequel already in the works, here’s how to watch the blockbuster hit for your next movie night.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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This rates mention in the aftermath of a recent Monetarium event put on by Confusion Capital in Washington, D.C.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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The flooding in New Mexico comes just weeks after deadly floods in Texas, where authorities recently reported more than 160 people missing in the aftermath of catastrophic storms.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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Researchers have genomically analyzed three specimens to date, but in each case, poor DNA preservation resulted in only partial sequences.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
2 July 2025
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The goal capped a pass sequence that showcased the patient buildup Smith sought versus the Orlando defense.—
Colin Cerniglia,
Charlotte Observer,
6 July 2025
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“Denouement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/denouement. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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