finishing line

• Línea que marca el final de una carrera, especialmente en atletismo u otros deportes competitivos; también se usa en sentido figurado para referirse a la etapa final o la conclusión de una tarea o proyecto.

The line that marks the end of a race, especially in running or other competitive sports; also used figuratively to refer to the final stage or completion of a task or project.

1. End point of a raceA2formal

   The marked line that indicates the end of a race, which competitors must cross to complete the event.

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   • The runner crossed the finishing line in first place.
   • The crowd cheered as the athletes approached the finishing line.
   • He collapsed just after passing the finishing line.

2. Completion of a taskB2informal

   The final stage or point of completion of a project, goal, or process.

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   • We are finally approaching the finishing line of this long project.
   • Getting the final approval was the finishing line for the team.
   • She saw the finishing line after months of hard work.