Homestretch: meaning, definitions and examples
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homestretch
[ หhoสmหstrษtส ]
final phase
The term 'homestretch' refers to the final stage of a race or event, particularly one that is approaching its conclusion. It is often used in both literal contexts, such as horse racing, and metaphorical contexts, such as completing a project or reaching a goal. In a race, the homestretch is the last portion where competitors make their final push towards the finish line. This term evokes a sense of urgency and determination as participants strive to succeed before the end. In general usage, being in the homestretch implies that the end is in sight and encourages focusing efforts on completion.
Synonyms
final stretch, last lap, last phase.
Examples of usage
- We're in the homestretch of the project.
- As we enter the homestretch of the marathon, the crowd cheers louder.
- In the homestretch, the students are finalizing their exam preparations.
Translations
Translations of the word "homestretch" in other languages:
๐ต๐น รบltimos momentos
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคเคคเคฟเคฎ เคเคฐเคฃ
๐ฉ๐ช Schlussphase
๐ฎ๐ฉ jalur akhir
๐บ๐ฆ ััะฝััะฝะฐ ะฟััะผะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ ostatnia prosta
๐ฏ๐ต ใดใผใซๅ
๐ซ๐ท ligne droite finale
๐ช๐ธ recta final
๐น๐ท son dรผzlรผk
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ฒฐ์น์ ์ง์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูุฎุท ุงูู ุณุชููู ุงูููุงุฆู
๐จ๐ฟ cรญl
๐ธ๐ฐ poslednรก rovinka
๐จ๐ณ ็ป็น็ด้
๐ธ๐ฎ zadnja ravnina
๐ฎ๐ธ enda beygjan
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะพาฃาั ัาฏะทั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ แแแแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ son dรผzlรผk
๐ฒ๐ฝ recta final
Etymology
The term 'homestretch' has roots in American English and is primarily linked to horse racing, where it originally described the last leg of the race leading into the stable or home area. The word 'home' signifies the finish line, and 'stretch' refers to the length of this final part. This concept has gradually permeated other areas of life, symbolizing not just sports but any endeavor nearing completion. It gained prominence in the mid-20th century, paralleling the growth of competitive sports in America. As the term became more prevalent in everyday language, it began to be applied metaphorically to situations beyond racing, illustrating the universal experience of striving towards a goal. Over time, 'homestretch' has become a familiar phrase in both casual conversation and more formal discussions, emphasizing its adaptability across contexts.