as in ending
the last part of a process or action
this project has been a lot of work, but we're finally in the homestretch
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Recent Examples of homestretch
The swift action, coming in the homestretch of the 140-day legislative session, would spare the lottery from being abolished, but would keep its operations under close watch for the next two years.
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John C. Moritz, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Then just as Dellinger had 60 years earlier in Tokyo, Fisher charged through traffic down the final homestretch, securing the bronze medal in the final steps.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 29 July 2025
To execute every shot in the final round – many of which feature water coming down the homestretch at TPC Twin Cities – to the best of your abilities.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 26 July 2025
The is heading into the homestretch for its biggest cases of the year, with potentially landmark opinions still to come on immigration, pornography, religion and health care.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 26 June 2025
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John C. Moritz, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Then just as Dellinger had 60 years earlier in Tokyo, Fisher charged through traffic down the final homestretch, securing the bronze medal in the final steps.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 29 July 2025
To execute every shot in the final round – many of which feature water coming down the homestretch at TPC Twin Cities – to the best of your abilities.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 26 July 2025
The is heading into the homestretch for its biggest cases of the year, with potentially landmark opinions still to come on immigration, pornography, religion and health care.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for homestretch
Noun
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Maybe — just maybe — the Jets showed enough to believe that this sort of ending won’t happen as often anymore.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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No easy fixes and no tidy endings here.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Most recently, last year in Bangladesh, students mobilized to call for the end of a controversial quota system for government jobs.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
10 Sep. 2025
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To this end, the Kansas City Election Board has mostly relied on existing relationships with schools, churches and libraries.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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The show's return comes after fans were demanding new episodes following the conclusion of Season 1.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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The press, however—fearing backlash to its positive depiction of interracial romance—rewrote the conclusion without Grey’s knowledge or consent, killing off Nophaie and the offending prospect of miscegenation.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The way this is structured almost mandates some sort of big episode 4 finale and cliffhanger to get people to return of the second half, where previously the entire point of the binge was the freedom to tell stories without restrictions like that.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Leaves sparkle on tree limbs like gemstones and flowering plants gear up for their season finale.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
8 Sep. 2025
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Successful as a top set-up reliever for Clase the past two seasons, Smith has struggled mightily in his closing opportunities.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Three of every 10 Chicago schools sit at least half-empty, and closing or merging them remains a political third rail.—
Mila Koumpilova,
ProPublica,
9 Sep. 2025
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For Ethiopia the unveiling of the 74-billion cubic meter dam, which has been 14 years in the making and cost $5 billion, was the culmination of a dream and proved the East African nation the winner in a bitter diplomatic battle over its construction.—
Kate Bartlett,
NPR,
9 Sep. 2025
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Both her book and her broader platform reflect the culmination of years spent recognizing women’s struggles, listening deeply to their stories, and guiding them toward empowerment and transformation.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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The three new watch models boast upgraded health features, fast charging, longer battery lives and a variety of finishes, styles and price points.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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Some showerhead finishes can soak in vinegar overnight, but finishes like chrome, gold, brass, or nickel is recommended to only soak for 30 minutes to an hour to preserve the finish.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
10 Sep. 2025
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The 2025 Emmys season is coming to a close, and to kick off the grand finale to months’ worth of FYC events and campaigning to recognize the year’s best in television art is the 2025 Creative Arts Emmys.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
6 Sep. 2025
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After many twists and turns, NASA's 23-year remit of charting greenhouse gas emissions could come to a close as soon as the end of this month.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Homestretch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/homestretch. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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