marathon finish

26.2 miles done

The final stretch of a marathon race, or more broadly, any grueling conclusion that tests endurance.

The phrase evokes exhaustion, determination, and the emotional intensity of completing something demanding: It was a marathon finish to get the project done before the deadline.

Often implies a close or dramatic ending after sustained effort.

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crowd · cheering · collapse · runner's high · tape · victory · arms raised · runners · fatigue · final stretch · crossing · tears · jubilation · personal best · cramping · timing · chip · race bib

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Opposites
race position/location

marathon finishstarting line

Race's initial position

start line · starting blocks · first mile · starting gate

race outcome/result

marathon finishDNF

Failed to complete

dropout · abandonment · hitting the wall · withdrawal · disqualification

effort phase

marathon finishfirst steps

Initial actions taken

warm-up

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G