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once and for all

ADVERB
finally
Synonyms
WEAK
after all at last at long last at the end conclusively in conclusion in the end it's about time sooner or later

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Interestingly, despite her apparent eagerness to hold on to her California property, Simpson had previously expressed a desire to quit the Golden State once and for all.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

"My next chapter must be to eradicate this devastating disease from our shores once and for all," said Steenhuisen, whose handling of the crisis has been sharply criticised.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Netflix agreed to allow Warner to discuss Paramount’s latest proposal during a seven-day negotiating period ending on Feb. 23, saying it would clear up the situation once and for all.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 28, 2026

"This is not straightforward, and there's no church census coming that will put a stop to this once and for all."

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

Rachel screamed triumphantly that it was ruined once and for all.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver