loose end
noun
1
: something left hanging loose
2
: a fragment of unfinished business
—usually used in plural
tying up loose ends
Examples of loose end in a Sentence
We still have one more loose end to deal with before we're finished with the project.
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The season 1 finale leaves plenty of loose ends and chaos in its wake, paving the way for even more to come.
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Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 23 July 2025
Relief because the months-long melodrama over the suit appears to be over (though there are still some big loose ends that need to be tied).
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2025
When his character appears, there’s a significant tonal shift, and the movie’s intention to wrap up and tie up loose ends is palpable.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 19 June 2025
However, taking advantage of this slower time of year to work through this list can help tie up any loose ends in your finances.
—Jonathan I. Shenkman, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 23 July 2025
Relief because the months-long melodrama over the suit appears to be over (though there are still some big loose ends that need to be tied).
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2025
When his character appears, there’s a significant tonal shift, and the movie’s intention to wrap up and tie up loose ends is palpable.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 19 June 2025
However, taking advantage of this slower time of year to work through this list can help tie up any loose ends in your finances.
—Jonathan I. Shenkman, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for loose end
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“Loose end.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/loose%20end. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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