finisher
Example Sentences
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The most complete was offered by Jackson, the third-place finisher in the gubernatorial race.
From Slate ● Jul. 24, 2026
Would he rather be a starter or a finisher?
From BBC ● Jun. 18, 2026
In the House primary two years ago, Ms. Peltola was the top finisher, followed by three Republicans.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 17, 2026
The second-place finisher in the mayoral primary will face Mayor Karen Bass in a Nov. 3 runoff.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 7, 2026
The tomb formerly stood surrounded by a grating, in the midst of the presbytery, for Ralph was the "finisher" of the church.
From Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Wells A Description of Its Fabric and a Brief History of the Episcopal See by Percy Dearmer