finale
Americannoun
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the last piece, division, or movement of a concert, opera, or composition.
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the concluding part of any performance, course of proceedings, etc.; end.
noun
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the concluding part of any performance or presentation
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the closing section or movement of a musical composition
Etymology
Origin of finale
1715–25; < Italian, noun use of finale (adj.) < Latin fīnālis final
Example Sentences
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Australian singer and actor Jason Donovan says his latest run of shows will be "the finale" of his touring career.
From BBC
Cryer claims the reaction made Hughes worried that viewers would perceive this finale as an encouragement not to cross class lines.
From Salon
It proved decisive as Lewis Martin's late try for Hull set up a tense finale, but York stood firm in their final defensive set and climb to third in the early season standings.
From BBC
While these will be the final “Smiling Friends” episodes, Hadel explained they are not “finales.”
From Los Angeles Times
It aired in 2015, and was followed by a second series in 2017, with nearly 10 million people watching the finale.
From BBC
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