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closing-paragraph

/ˈkləʊ.zɪŋ ˈpær.ə.ɡrɑːf/

[/ˈkləʊ.zɪŋ ˈpær.ə.ɡrɑːf/]

the final paragraph of an essay

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Definition

A closing paragraph is the last paragraph of an essay that sums up the main points. It leaves the reader with the key message.

Example

End your essay with a strong closing paragraph.

End your essay with a strong closing paragraph.

Etymology

From 'close' plus 'paragraph'.

How & Where It’s Used

The summarising final part of an essay.

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