in the end

/ɪn ði ˈɛnd/
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Finally, after everything else has happened.

Examples

  • The project faced delays, in the end, it was completed on time.
  • He ignored the warnings, in the end, the car broke down.
  • They argued for hours, in the end, they reached an agreement.
  • The team fought hard, in the end, they won the championship.
  • I was nervous at first, but in the end, I felt confident.

Similar words

finally
ultimately
at last
eventually

Meanings

Finally

everyday
neutral
Used to say that something happens after all other events or after a period of time.

Examples

  • She studied hard, in the end, she passed the exam.
  • We tried many routes, in the end, the shortest was the best.
  • He ignored the warnings, in the end, the car broke down.
  • The team fought hard, in the end, they won the championship.
  • I was nervous at first, but in the end, I felt confident.
  • The project faced delays, in the end, it was completed on time.
  • They argued for hours, in the end, they reached an agreement.

Similar words

Etymology

FAQ

What does in the end mean?

It means finally, after everything else has happened.

How is in the end used in a sentence?

She struggled for months, in the end she succeeded.

What is the register of in the end?

The expression has a neutral register.

In what domain is in the end commonly used?

It is used in everyday language.

What are synonyms for in the end?

Synonyms include finally, ultimately, eventually, and at last.

What is the opposite expression to in the end?

A common opposite is at the beginning.

Does in the end imply a time period?

Yes, it refers to a point after all other events or after a period of time.

Can in the end be used to introduce a conclusion?

Yes, it is often used to signal a concluding statement.

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