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conclusion

conclusion, end

noun kohn-kloo-ZYOHN Less Common

Origin: Latin conclusio (a closing)

Also means

finding, ruling

Usage Note

conclusion is used in logical argument (en conclusion = in conclusion), narrative endings, and legal contexts (les conclusions d'un rapport = the findings of a report). The verb conclure is irregular. Tirer une conclusion means 'to draw a conclusion'.

Examples

"Il a tiré une conclusion trop rapide."

Natural Translation

He drew a conclusion too quickly.

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