last word

Example Sentences

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One of the format’s surprising strengths is that Annie always gets the last word.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

But France had the last word, deservedly, as more brilliance and enterprise sent Attissogbe away in the corner.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

He wouldn't be drawn on whether it was one of his own team who leaked his plans to defect, but you can be sure today won't be the last word on that.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026

If the 20-point plan entails establishing free economic zones, Ukrainian people will have the last word through a vote on the entire deal, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 24, 2025

“Okay, finish the last word you’re writing on and come take a seat,” Mrs. Curtis says.

From "Watch Us Rise" by Renée Watson and Ellen Hagan