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last word

noun

the closing remark or comment, as in an argument.
By the rules of debate she would have the last word.
a final or definitive work, statement, etc..
This report is the last word on the treatment of arthritis.
the latest, most modern thing.
Casual hairdos are the last word this season.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of last word¹

First recorded in 1880–85

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In any case, humans are likely to have the last word on the em dash, if only because we’ll never shut up about it.

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After saying “I love you,” Lavin’s last words were: “Live your life.”

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According to an online obituary his last words were: "Fear not and run towards the bliss of the sun."

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But instead of just saying “no” to her and “any last words?” to Eugene before shooting him, Joel allowed her believe she was getting her way, which was just dumb.

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If there are more "yes" votes than "no" votes that is not the last word on the issue.

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