Meaning & use

homestretch

noun·Everyday

The final part of a race, project, or period of time, just before it is completed.

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We're finally in the homestretch of renovating the kitchen after months of delays.

The horse surged ahead in the homestretch and won by two lengths.

A note on using this word

Homestretch comes from horse racing, describing the straight final section of the track leading to the finish line.

Words with a similar meaning

final stretchlast leg

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