Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cross-the-finishing-line

phrase

/krɒs ðə ˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ laɪn/

Definition

To finish a race or competition, signifying that a participant has completed the required distance or challenge.

Examples

After months of training, she finally crossed the finishing line in the marathon.
The project was demanding, but we worked hard and crossed the finishing line well before the deadline.
He was exhausted, but the excitement of crossing the finishing line kept him going.

Meaning

The phrase ‘cross the finishing line’ is often used to describe the moment when an athlete completes a race, but it can also metaphorically refer to achieving any goal or reaching the conclusion of an endeavor.