adverb
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after a long delay; at last; eventually
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at the end or final point; lastly
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completely; conclusively; irrevocably
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in the end; lastly
finally, he put his tie on
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as the last or final point: linking what follows with the previous statements, as in a speech or argument
Etymology
Origin of finally
Example Sentences
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By the time the Trojans finally found their footing, Nebraska was already well out in front, on its way to a comeback win.
From Los Angeles Times
Four-and-a-half hours later, at 22:30, the stars finally emerge, and it is breathtaking.
From BBC
Newcastle are simply running out of fixtures to finally kick-start their Premier League season once and for all.
From BBC
“I’ve basically modeled my whole look and style after you,” Carpenter gushes when she and Piggy finally meet in the recent special.
From Salon
So I sent an email and waited with bated breath to see if I had finally found the smoked salmon.
From Salon
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