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not final

ADJECTIVE
tentative
Synonyms
STRONGEST
unsettled
WEAK
acting ad interim conjectural contingent dependent iffy indefinite makeshift not settled on trial open for consideration probationary provisional provisionary provisory speculative subject to change temporary test trial unconfirmed undecided
Antonyms
WEAK
certain conclusive decisive definite final sure

Example Sentences

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"The conclusions are not final, but they do shed light on the theory that commission technicians currently consider the most plausible," he told journalists in Madrid.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

The court said its decision was not final.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2025

The commissioner's ruling is not final, the Times reports.

From BBC • Dec. 9, 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