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prompt finish

[/prɑːmpt ˈfɪnɪʃ/]
nounpl: prompt finishes
término rápido; conclusão pontual
1. The completion of a task or event in a timely and efficient manner, without delay
The team worked toward a prompt finish of the project before the deadline.
A equipe trabalhou em direção a um término rápido do projeto antes do prazo.
2. In sports or racing, crossing the finish line quickly or in a speedy manner
The runner achieved a prompt finish in the 100-meter dash.
O corredor alcançou um término rápido na corrida de 100 metros.
Synonyms
quick finishspeedy completiontimely conclusionrapid completion
Antonyms
delayed finishslow completionprolonged conclusiontardy finish

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
término rápido; conclusão pontual
Most common usage in standard Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
conclusão rápida; fim pontual
European Portuguese may use 'conclusão' or 'fim' more frequently

Related Idioms & Phrases

in the nick of time
beat the clock
finish strong
cross the finish line
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