Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

make-the-final

phrase

/meɪk ðə ˈfaɪ.nəl/

Definition

To reach the final stage or round in a competition, especially in sports or contests.

Examples

After a hard-fought season, the team managed to make the final and compete for the championship.
She has trained for years, and this year she finally hopes to make the final in the national singing contest.
The athletes were eager to make the final, as only two teams would advance to the last round of the playoffs.

Meaning

This phrase is commonly used to describe a team or individual advancing to the last match or event in a tournament, signifying they are among the top competitors.