grand finale

noun

Synonyms of grand finalenext
: a climactic finale (as of an opera)

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All of the performers came on stage for the opera's grand finale. the award for best picture is traditionally the evening's grand finale
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For the grand finale of her tropical celebration, the Academy Award-winning actress went braless in a head-turning satin slip dress while enjoying the sunset on the sand. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026 Building to a grand finale, the footage showcases high-scale visual effects, mythological weaponry, and massive army battles as Rama vows to defeat Ravana across the three worlds and rescue Sita, signaling the start of the era of Rama. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 30 July 2026 The grand finale performances of the 2026 edition of the World Cup follows the opening ceremonies and performances from the likes of Katy Perry and Tyla, among others, which took place in June. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 19 July 2026 This weekend in New York is the grand finale, and also the hardest to pull off. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for grand finale

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First Known Use

1784, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of grand finale was in 1784

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“Grand finale.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grand%20finale. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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