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weak finish

[/wiːk ˈfɪnɪʃ/]
nounpl: weak finishes
término fraco / final fraco / desempenho fraco no final
1. A poor or inadequate conclusion or ending to something, particularly in sports, business, or performance contexts where momentum or strength fails at the crucial closing stage
The team had a weak finish to the season, losing their last three games.
O time teve um término fraco na temporada, perdendo seus últimos três jogos.
2. In athletics or racing, a failure to maintain speed or strength in the final stage of a competition
Despite a strong start, the runner's weak finish cost her the race.
Apesar de um início forte, o término fraco da corredora custou-lhe a corrida.
Synonyms
poor endingweak closefading finishdisappointing conclusionfinal collapse
Antonyms
strong finishpowerful closesuccessful endingtriumphant conclusion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
término fraco / final fraco
Most commonly used in sports commentary
Portugal
conclusão fraca / desfecho fraco
Often used in business and sports contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

go out on a weak note
peter out
fizzle out
fall short at the finish line
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