grand finale; stabilize situation
Meanings
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to serve as the grand finale; to hold the stage as the final act
Originally a theatrical term referring to the final, most impressive performance that keeps the audience engaged. Often used in the compound 压台戏.
Tonight's concert will conclude with a solo performance by the famous pianist as the grand finale.
This finale performance pushed the atmosphere of the entire venue to its climax.
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Every evening party arranges the most splendid program as the finale.
verb
to stabilize the situation; to calm things down; to maintain control of a chaotic scene
Often used to describe someone stepping in to prevent chaos or maintain order during critical moments.
The scene was once extremely chaotic; fortunately, the manager stepped in in time to stabilize the situation.
This veteran player's experience can steady the team at critical moments.
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When negotiations reach an impasse, an authoritative figure is needed to take control.