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conclusion

 
 
/kənˈkluːʒən/ noun

Definition

OPINION [C] the opinion you have after considering all the information about something: I've come to the conclusion that we'll have to sell the car.
END [C] the final part of something: the dramatic conclusion of the film The case should finally be brought to a conclusion (= end) this week.
in conclusion used to introduce the last part of a speech or piece of writing: In conclusion, I would like to thank our guest speaker.
ARRANGEMENT [U] when something is arranged or agreed formally: the conclusion of peace talks
→ See also foregone conclusion
(Definition of conclusion noun from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

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