penultimates

in a race, the penultimates often push themselves to the limit.

the penultimates in the series were quite thrilling.

they finished in the penultimates, just missing the podium.

during the exam, the penultimates were the hardest questions.

the penultimates of the book really captured my attention.

in the penultimates of the game, the tension was palpable.

the penultimates often set the tone for the finale.

she was the penultimate contestant to perform.

he made a mistake in the penultimates of his presentation.

the penultimates of the project were crucial for its success.