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Definition of "second-to-last" []

  • Something that is just before something that is the final in a series. (noun)
  • Occurring just before the final in a series. (adjective)

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Use "second-to-last" in a sentence
  • "They were the second-to-last people in line to meet Giffords."
  • "The Giants 6-4 haven't run the ball well all year and rank second-to-last in the league in rush yards per game."
  • ""It starts with the offensive line," said left tackle Will Beatty, who was whistled for a crucial false start on the Giants' second-to-last drive, while on the Seattle five-yard line."