- home stretch, the
- ,home `stretch, the noun1. ) the last part of a trip or race2. ) the last part of an activity or process
Usage of the words and phrases in modern English. 2013.
home stretch, the
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home stretch — The home stretch is the last part of something, like a journey, race or project … The small dictionary of idiomes
Home stretch — Stretch Stretch, n. 1. Act of stretching, or state of being stretched; reach; effort; struggle; strain; as, a stretch of the limbs; a stretch of the imagination. [1913 Webster] By stretch of arms the distant shore to gain. Dryden. [1913 Webster]… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
home stretch — n [singular] 1.) also home straight BrE the last part of a race where there is a straight line to the finish 2.) the last part of an activity or journey in/into the home stretch ▪ as the election campaign headed into the home stretch … Dictionary of contemporary English
home stretch — home straight or home stretch noun 1. The last stretch of a racecourse 2. The final or winning stage of anything • • • Main Entry: ↑home * * * home stretch, 1. the straight part of a race track between the last turn and the finish line. 2. the… … Useful english dictionary
Home stretch — Home Home, a. 1. Of or pertaining to one s dwelling or country; domestic; not foreign; as home manufactures; home comforts. [1913 Webster] 2. Close; personal; pointed; as, a home thrust. [1913 Webster] 3. (Games) In various games, the ultimate… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Home of the Innocents — The Home of the Innocents is a nonprofit shelter and pediatric convalescent center in Louisville, Kentucky.ervicesThe Home operates the only dedicated pediatric nursing unit in Kentucky, giving care to children from birth to age 21 with a variety … Wikipedia
home stretch — the last part of the journey or race On the home stretch we drove slower. We wanted to feel relaxed when we got home … English idioms
(the) home stretch — the last part of a long or difficult activity. We ve been working on the project for six months, but we re in the home stretch now … New idioms dictionary
home stretch — The home stretch is the last part of something, like a journey, race or project. (Dorking School Dictionary) … English Idioms & idiomatic expressions
Home stretch — The home stretch is the last part of something, like a journey, race or project … Dictionary of English idioms
