climax

Example Sentences

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For another horror film, one with less demonstrated interest in getting under the audience’s skin, this kitchen-sink climax could make for a memorable final act.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

I was perplexed that Rabbi Levine’s excellent piece left out a critical element: The story’s climax isn’t only the execution of Haman and his family of henchmen.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

The spotlight is also on what might be needed if Wrexham do get there with defender Zak Vyner speaking of 11 cup games remaining as the Championship season reaches its climax.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

He was also one of Morocco's superstars during the Africa Cup of Nations, with the host team making it to the final where they lost in a chaotic climax to the tournament to Senegal.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

Though it is powerful, it is not triumphant; it is agonising - at its climax is a leitmotif associated with suffering.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall