finalized list vs final list

Both "finalized list" and "final list" are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "Finalized list" implies that the list has been completed and approved, while "final list" simply refers to the last version of the list.

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finalized list

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to refer to a list that has been completed, approved, and is ready for use.

Examples:

I will send you the finalized list of attendees for the conference.
The finalized list of winners will be announced tomorrow.

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Guys, I have finalized our set list.
M.J. Finalized his guest list.
The list of commercial applications in PowerPack 2009 has not yet been finalized, a final list will be provided at the time of the release; The Free edition.
The complete passenger list must be finalized 30 days before the flight.
List of eligible players will be finalized on September 8.
This list of Frequently Asked Questions is only a start, as certain details are still being finalized in preparation for launch.
Cyrus, I finalized my end of the guest list for the gala, but I need you to take a look
IT'S BOTH FUNCTIONAL AND A WORK OF ART, BUT IT'LL ALL BE FOR NAUGHT IF THE GUEST LIST ISN'T FINALIZED.
Many invitations have been sent out for Opera On Ice and the 2018 guest list is being finalized, even if several national and international stars have already been confirmed, who will take it in turns on stage to offer a never-seen-before show!

Alternatives:

completed list
approved list
ready list

final list

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to refer to the last version of a list, without implying that it has been completed or approved.

Examples:

Here is the final list of items for the meeting agenda.
The final list of candidates will be published next week.

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The ban was extended in July and September to cover a final list of 79 names.
On the basis of the final list drawn by the ERCEA in accordance with section 3.1.7.
On 3 September 2010, the Commission received a final list of commitments.
The final list of selected drivers, who will join the RICHARD MILLE YOUNG DRIVER ACADEMY, will be published on September 30th, 2018.
I'll start on the final list for the wedding tomorrow morning.
Here it is' the final list of our members.
This final list will be posted on the following Commission's website address: when formalised.
Based on these comments, the final list is established.
A final list of contributions to financial instruments shall be described in the programme.
Below is the final list of award winners.
The three projects are included in the final list in recital 281, table 4.
Following consultations, on 28 March 2003, Member States adopted unanimously a final list of products that could be subject to any eventual countermeasures.
Appeals may be made during this period and the names of those obtaining a favourable outcome are incorporated to the final list.
The coordination group, acting on the basis of the Member States' proposals, lays down a final list which it forwards to the Commission.
The Regulation stipulates that a full and final list of permitted health claims should be established by 2010.
On its expiry the Member State(s) shall draw up and immediately send the Commission a final list of selected programmes.
The Commission will establish the final list of proposals selected and inform the Committee.
Well, it is subject to further discussion: there is not a final list at all.
A final list of stations requiring future work will only be available after such visits took place.
Assessment of the final list of civilian projects

Alternatives:

last list
latest list
ultimate list

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