final stroke

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

A swimmer staring in disbelief at the clock after his final stroke.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

But the fate wasn't repeated in 2011 when they won at home, with the final stroke being a six hit by skipper MS Dhoni.

From BBC • Oct. 6, 2023

It settled about 3 feet from the cup, Rahm missed his eagle putt from just outside 50 feet and Smith rapped in for an 8-under 65, the final stroke of a masterpiece.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 10, 2022

DeChambeau’s final stroke of the round yielded a par, and he departed the interview area again without addressing print and digital media, speaking only to the Golf Channel and other PGA Tour partners.

From Washington Post • Aug. 28, 2021

The final stroke came when Pixie lifted the despised shawl and attempted to wrap it round Pat’s shoulders, and was rudely repulsed, and told to mind her own business and not be a fool.

From The Love Affairs of Pixie by Vaizey, George de Horne, Mrs.