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The drivers sped past the Washington Monument and museums on the National Mall, before passing a finish line with the US Capitol building in frame.

From BBC Aug. 23, 2026

The Briton crossed the finish line in 22.32 seconds, edging Nigerian Favour Ofili in a photo finish.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

Zhang Xue wept with joy and furiously waved a Chinese flag as he watched his company's superbike scream across the finish line four seconds ahead of competitors in only its third world championship race.

From Barron's Aug. 9, 2026

Spectrum owner Charter Communications is nearing the finish line in its long-awaited $34.5-billion purchase of Cox Enterprises to form the nation’s largest internet and cable television company.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 8, 2026

Like marathoners who had just crossed the finish line.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner



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