1. The final phase of a process, project, or competition where completion or conclusion is imminent
The construction project is in the finishing stage and should be completed next month.
O projeto de construção está na etapa final e deve ser concluído no próximo mês.
2. In sports, the crucial final part of a race or match where victory is decided
The cyclist showed great strength in the finishing stage of the race.
O ciclista mostrou grande força na etapa final da corrida.
3. The final touches or refinements applied to a product or work
The artist was applying finishing stage details to the sculpture.
O artista estava aplicando detalhes da etapa final na escultura.