Next/second to last

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adjective

The one just before the last in a series.

In a line of people, he was the next to last person.
Visual representation of "next/second to last" - The one just before the last in a series.

Often appears as...

  • next to last in line
  • next to last chapter
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Sequence Clarity

Use 'next to last' when clarifying order in sequences, to avoid ambiguity.

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On the list of candidates, you'll present as the next to last speaker.
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Narrative Suspense

In storytelling, 'next to last' creates anticipation of the climax or ending.

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In the movie, the next to last scene left us eagerly awaiting the finale.
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Competition Ranking

Use for ranking in contests to describe almost last position.

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Despite his effort, he secured the next to last place in the race.
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