finality
noun
fi·nal·i·ty
fī-ˈna-lə-tē 
fə-
plural finalities
1
a
: the character or condition of being final, settled, irrevocable, or complete
b
: the condition of being at an ultimate point especially of development or authority
2
: something final
especially
: a fundamental fact, action, or belief
Examples of finality in a Sentence
“It won't work,” he said, with an air of finality.
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Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
The justices will also hear arguments over whether a law regarding the finality of determination applies only to certain habeas filings.
—Ella Lee, The Hill, 26 Mar. 2025
In a postseason podcast, Kelce indicated the finality of his decision would come after some time away.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 26 Feb. 2025
The company continues to focus on strategic initiatives to enhance shareholder value, including capital management activities such as share repurchases and exploring finality solutions for reinsurance liabilities.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 10 Mar. 2025
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“Finality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/finality. Accessed 11 Apr. 2025.
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finality
noun
fi·nal·i·ty
fī-ˈnal-ət-ē
fə-
plural finalities
1
: the character or state of being final, settled, or complete
2
: something final
Legal Definition
finality
noun
fi·nal·i·ty
fī-ˈna-lə-tē, fə-
1
: the state or condition of being final
2
: the principle that appeals may only be taken from final orders or judgments
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