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as in to finish
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done
managed to complete the assignment with time to spare
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2
as in to complement
to serve as a completing element to
the bird's beautiful song simply completes its appeal for pet owners
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as in to end
to bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point
the well-attended concert completed a great weekend of arts and entertainment events
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as in to fulfill
to do what is required by the terms of
no payments will be made until the contract is completed
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as in entire
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
a complete deck of cards
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as in finished
brought or having come to an end
your education is never complete—there's always something more to learn
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as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points
will present complete coverage of the tennis tournament
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as in utter
having no exceptions or restrictions
he's a complete lunatic
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as in thorough
trying all possibilities
a complete search of the computer file
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as in skilled
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
a riding school that will teach you all skills required of the complete equestrian
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complete information
detailed information
true information
correct information
comprehensive information
full information
complete understanding
perfect understanding
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absolute understanding
sufficient understanding
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a complete list
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James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 2 Mar. 2025
But that plant is still getting established and doesn’t expect to complete its first missile until 2027.
—David Axe, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 1 Mar. 2025
Phase two of the ceasefire deal would see the complete withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza and a commitment to end the war.
—Hadeel Al-Shalchi, NPR, 1 Mar. 2025
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Verb
The kitchen has ample space for a large table and chairs for informal meals or completing homework assignments, while a sliding door leading to the deck has large glass panels on either side to let in light and views of the backyard and neighborhood.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 2 Mar. 2025
But that plant is still getting established and doesn’t expect to complete its first missile until 2027.
—David Axe, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Secure burn barrels: If burning is permitted in your area, ensure that all burn barrels have a weighted metal cover, complete with holes no larger than 3/4 of an inch.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 1 Mar. 2025
Phase two of the ceasefire deal would see the complete withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza and a commitment to end the war.
—Hadeel Al-Shalchi, NPR, 1 Mar. 2025
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Even though Love finished the race in a better position at sixth, the two weren't happy.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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My personal favorite scotch right now is a distillery edition of Lagavulin 16 that was finished in mezcal casks.—
Emily Price,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Aesop has redefined what a fragrance retail space can be, ensuring that each of its stores is a sensory experience in itself, with interiors designed to reflect their local surroundings, complemented by the brand’s signature blend of botanical aromas.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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Zambrano’s sweet, melodious voice is beautifully complemented by Noreh’s velvety tones.—
Tere Aguilera,
Billboard,
28 Feb. 2025
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Details: The parade begins at 6pm on Monday, March 17 at 6th and Nicollet and ends at 12th and Nicollet.—
Nick Halter,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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The Dow Jones Industrial Average, meanwhile, ended the session down 188.04 points, or 0.43%, after being up as much as 245.34 points earlier in the day.—
Josephine Rozzelle,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
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Running a bed and breakfast fulfills a long-time dream of hers.—
Jennifer Liu,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2025
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The service will aim to fulfill the original mission of Fubo.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
28 Feb. 2025
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If Lamoriello had his way, no one would have been traded this week, and the Islanders would have brought the entire gang back for another go in 2025-26.—
Arthur Staple,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
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Trump’s entire Cabinet consists of loyalists, most of whom lack basic qualifications or experience for their positions, and the gutting of the professional civil service is well underway.—
Elizabeth Shackelford,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Perez managed to secure the 39th qualifying spot, just shy of making the main event, while Brennan Poole, another teammate, finished 32nd.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
1 Mar. 2025
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Because the company’s staff matches writers to each project, the quality of the finished material is consistently high.—
Rowan Briggs,
The Mercury News,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Yet many enterprise brands still struggle to implement comprehensive creator marketing programs that deliver measurable results across the entire customer journey.—
Scott Sutton,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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The comprehensive visualization includes specialized features like pools and outdoor spaces, as well as ensuring your garage is perfectly suited for your needs, even down to charging stations for electric vehicles.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
6 Mar. 2025
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The film’s villain has paralyzed the human species with a piece of technology that melds the body together with a machine and relies on empty fantasy to seduce its human users towards utter isolation.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
7 Mar. 2025
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Lori-Ann Schmidt In the series, Kimmy's mom's ability to attract utter chaos through her love for adrenaline aligns her closest with Aries.—
Athena Sobhan,
People.com,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Complete.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complete. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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