late 14c., "deduction or conclusion reached by reasoning," from Old French conclusion "conclusion, result, outcome," from Latin conclusionem (nominative conclusio), noun of action from past participle stem of concludere (see conclude). Also, from late 14c. "the end" (usually of speech or writing), "closing passages of a speech or writing."
双语例句
1. It's almost a foregone conclusion that you'll get what you want.
你将得到你想要的，这几乎是确定无疑的。
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2. They are hopeful of bringing the siege to a peaceful conclusion.
他们希望能和平结束这次围困。
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3. Most voters believe the result is a foregone conclusion.
