Homestretch
Noun
The final part of a race or process, especially as one approaches the finish line.
After weeks of hard work, we're on the homestretch of the project.
Often appears as...
- on the homestretch
- in the homestretch
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Noun
The final part of a race or process, especially as one approaches the finish line.
After weeks of hard work, we're on the homestretch of the project.
Often appears as...
- on the homestretch
- in the homestretch
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphorical Use
Understanding that 'homestretch' can imply any concluding phase, not just racing contexts.
In a job, during the homestretch, team members feel a rush of energy as they near project completion.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Connotation
Recognizing that 'homestretch' often carries a sense of urgency and determination.
As the deadline approached, we were all in the homestretch, pushing harder than ever.
Pro Tip 3/3Contextual Awareness
Using it appropriately in formal versus informal communication.
In casual conversation, saying 'we're on the homestretch' feels more relatable than in a formal report.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphorical Use
Understanding that 'homestretch' can imply any concluding phase, not just racing contexts.
In a job, during the homestretch, team members feel a rush of energy as they near project completion.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Connotation
Recognizing that 'homestretch' often carries a sense of urgency and determination.
As the deadline approached, we were all in the homestretch, pushing harder than ever.
Pro Tip 3/3Contextual Awareness
Using it appropriately in formal versus informal communication.
In casual conversation, saying 'we're on the homestretch' feels more relatable than in a formal report.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphorical Use
Understanding that 'homestretch' can imply any concluding phase, not just racing contexts.
In a job, during the homestretch, team members feel a rush of energy as they near project completion.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Connotation
Recognizing that 'homestretch' often carries a sense of urgency and determination.
As the deadline approached, we were all in the homestretch, pushing harder than ever.
Pro Tip 3/3Contextual Awareness
Using it appropriately in formal versus informal communication.
In casual conversation, saying 'we're on the homestretch' feels more relatable than in a formal report.
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