Second-place Finish (Noun)
Meaning
A finish in second place (as in a race).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The team's second-place finish in the tournament was a major disappointment for their fans.
- She was thrilled with her second-place finish in the marathon, a personal best time.
- The company's second-place finish in the sales competition was a significant improvement from last year.
- The second-place finish by the underdog team was a surprise to many in the sports world.
- The athlete's second-place finish in the Olympic trials earned her a spot on the national team.