not final

Example Sentences

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The death toll from the high-speed train crash in southern Spain is not final, Tranport Minister Oscar Puente said Monday, indicating it could rise from the current figure of 39.

From Barron's • Jan. 19, 2026

"The sums announced today must be the first but not final word if the government is going to meet its ambitions to deliver an NHS that is fit for the future."

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2024

While not final, the documents provide a window into the vast scale of L.A.’s homelessness problem and the enormous financial commitment city officials believe is needed to resolve it.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2024

Thursday’s ruling was a so-called chamber judgment and not final.

From New York Times • May 2, 2024

The decision was not final; they could still scratch him at any point up to forty-five minutes before post time.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand