in the end

Definitions

1. 1

   Eventually, finally.

   • We had a great day at the beach and in the end we had ice cream.
   • I refused to go with them, but in the end I was persuaded.
   • Both sides will be disappointed not to have claimed their second win of the season, but in the end each had reasons to be grateful for the point.
2. 2

   After a thorough examination of the situation

   • In the end I think she'll be better off going to the same school as her friends.

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