the tail end

noun

: the last part of something
She is at the tail end of her career.

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Much like the top spots, the tail end of the rankings are also consistent, with Afghanistan (147), Sierra Leone (146) and Lebanon (145) once again ranking as the least happiest places on Earth for residents. New Atlas, 21 Mar. 2025 While the tail end of any shift is taxing for our medical professionals, this one seems to be especially so. Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2025 And just outside, a wooden bridge spans the tail end of the guesthouse’s private pool. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2025 The park was officially established at the tail end of the 1800s due to its high concentration of natural thermals, and today, an on-site bathhouse is maintained for guests to enjoy. Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for the tail end

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“The tail end.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20tail%20end. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

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