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The Lost Word of God
by Howard Schatz The Lost Word Finally Revealed
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last word

 
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–noun
1. the closing remark or comment, as in an argument: By the rules of debate she would have the last word.
2. a final or definitive work, statement, etc.: This report is the last word on the treatment of arthritis.
3. the latest, most modern thing: Casual hairdos are the last word this season.
Origin:
1880–85
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The Lost Word of God
by Howard Schatz The Lost Word Finally Revealed
ToneCircle.com
last word  
n.  

  1. The final statement in a verbal argument.

    1. A conclusive or authoritative statement or treatment: The report was considered to be the last word on the hazards of smoking.

    2. Power or authority of ultimate decision: The treasurer has the last word in all financial matters.

  3. Informal The newest or most fashionable example of its kind; the latest thing: a food processor that is the last word in kitchen equipment.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
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