1
as in finishing
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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as in complementing
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 ending
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 fulfilling
to do what is required by the terms of
no payments will be made until the contract is completed
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Recent Examples of completing
Once, after completing one routine, Goebel nearly skated into the Zamboni tunnel by mistake.
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Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 1 Feb. 2026
Bass, despite never completing higher education, was an avid reader, and sharp.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 1 Feb. 2026
The resolution said that once the company, which turned out to be D-Wave, revealed its identity the city would move forward with completing an economic development agreement.
—Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Rose finished birdie-birdie on the South Course in La Jolla, completing a round that began with a strong start.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Jan. 2026
The opening comes just days after the remains of the last hostage held by Hamas in Gaza, 24-year-old police officer Ran Gvili, were returned to Israel on Monday, completing a key pillar of the truce after tensions over delays and accusations of ceasefire violations.
—Chantal Da Silva, NBC news, 31 Jan. 2026
The company is also completing renovations on the historic Pan Am building near Miami International Airport.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2026
On the power play, when Charlie McAvoy drops the puck for a delayed entry, Zacha and Lindholm are tasked with completing the entry at full speed.
—Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Not only is the actual lighting itself important for completing tasks and creating ambiance, but the fixtures also double as decor.
—Brittney Morgan, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 1 Feb. 2026
Bass, despite never completing higher education, was an avid reader, and sharp.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 1 Feb. 2026
The resolution said that once the company, which turned out to be D-Wave, revealed its identity the city would move forward with completing an economic development agreement.
—Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Rose finished birdie-birdie on the South Course in La Jolla, completing a round that began with a strong start.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Jan. 2026
The opening comes just days after the remains of the last hostage held by Hamas in Gaza, 24-year-old police officer Ran Gvili, were returned to Israel on Monday, completing a key pillar of the truce after tensions over delays and accusations of ceasefire violations.
—Chantal Da Silva, NBC news, 31 Jan. 2026
The company is also completing renovations on the historic Pan Am building near Miami International Airport.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2026
On the power play, when Charlie McAvoy drops the puck for a delayed entry, Zacha and Lindholm are tasked with completing the entry at full speed.
—Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Not only is the actual lighting itself important for completing tasks and creating ambiance, but the fixtures also double as decor.
—Brittney Morgan, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for completing
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In theory, teams down to Galatasaray and Qarabag, in 17th and 18th on 10 points, have a chance of finishing in the top eight.—
Eduardo Tansley,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Suber played the Farmers for the first time last year, finishing tied for 56th.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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Innovation at the molecular level is now complementing these system-wide and population-level efforts.—
Robert Reiss,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Its flagship product, Comfort, removes copays and deductibles on common health services, complementing the flexibility that ICHRAs bring to the market.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Powell this week oversees his third-to-last meeting as chair, with his term ending on May 15.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
28 Jan. 2026
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With the deadline approaching, a stake sale may be considered in the fiscal year ending March 2027.—
Ashutosh Joshi,
Bloomberg,
28 Jan. 2026
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Murphy said the denials keep Congress from fulfilling its constitutional and statutory responsibility to conduct oversight of executive branch facilities.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 Jan. 2026
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Love feels playful, cinematic and emotionally fulfilling.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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If spring is on your mind, consider decorating your front porch with an artificial flower basket, like this one, that’s on sale for a limited time.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
29 Jan. 2026
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Flashy trends and experimental ideas can make a space feel fresh, but there’s a reason why tried-and-true decorating methods endure.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
29 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, eclipses in March and August — concluding a series that began in 2024 between you and Pisces — bring a long personal storyline to completion.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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Once the Olympics get underway, events will run through February 22, with the Closing Ceremony concluding the Milano Cortina Games and handing off the torch to France, host nation of the French Alps 2030 Winter Olympics.—
Michelle Bruton,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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These kitchens have moved away from ’90s diet culture and toward satisfying, wholesome meals.—
Annie Daly,
SELF,
28 Jan. 2026
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Just spending time with him is satisfying enough.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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The slim ankle strap kept the foot held in place, while adorning the bottom of the leg.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Finally, horsehair comprises the artistic element adorning the dash.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
20 Jan. 2026
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“Completing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/completing. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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