CLOSING OUT Synonyms: 84 Similar and Opposite Words

closing out

verb

present participle of close out

as in ending

to bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point the team closed out the season with major losses

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as in excluding

to prevent the participation, consideration, or inclusion of don't assume an attitude that closes out any possibility of a compromise

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as in closing (down)

to stop the operations of failing health forced the cardiologist to close out his practice

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Recent Examples of closing out The decline reflects a combination of bearish investors closing out positions and a significant expansion of the stock's tradable float following the first major lockup expiration. — Yun Li, CNBC, 12 Aug. 2026 Solo show Every Brilliant Thing ended its Broadway run Sunday, with Tracee Ellis Ross closing out the production. — Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 11 Aug. 2026 What happened next, while fans were focused on the Bills closing out a big victory over their rivals, was shared soon after. — Tim Graham, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 My goal was closing out a product decision that had been dragging for two weeks. — Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Fritz lay on the court for several moments after winning the 11th title of his career, then got to his feet with a roll of his eyes as the tension of finally closing out the match gave way. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026 Triple-double with meaning LeBron left no doubt about his championship impact in closing out that first title in 2012 against the Thunder, finishing that series-winning Game 5 victory with 26 points, 11 rebounds and 13 assists. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2026 In 2025, Shi and Tsui Hark received a joint Lifetime Achievement Award at the Hong Kong Film Awards, closing out a partnership that had shaped the city’s cinema for more than four decades. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 July 2026 Loggia died of complications from Alzheimer’s disease in 2015, closing out a career that lasted six decades. — Maggie Fremont, Entertainment Weekly, 3 July 2026

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Verb

The 60-day deadline for the two sides to reach a deal toward ending the conflict has now passed.

— Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
With prospects for a deal toward ending the war with Iran unclear, the stability of oil supplies remains uncertain with the Strait of Hormuz nearly closed, blocking a vital route for oil and gas tankers from the Middle East.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of ending

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SoCal, despite finishing tied with Las Vegas, was the first team picked likely due to their top male Armaan Bhatia suffering a significant knee injury at their last event.

— Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
In October 2024, Whisenant and South Lake Tahoe climber Brant Hysell set a speed record on El Capitan’s Lurking Fear route, finishing in 2 hours, 55 minutes and 32 seconds, according to a post on Whisenant’s Instagram account.

— Sophie Ziedalski, NBC news, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of finishing

Verb

Horvath highlighted Los Angeles County's commitment to phasing out existing wells and banning new oil drilling to achieve 100% renewable energy.

— Julie Sharp, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026
There is no statewide law banning dogs from riding in a vehicle, but an unrestrained pet that blocks your view or climbs into your lap can lead to a reckless driving citation.

— Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of banning

Verb

Brian’s Angels, a nonprofit homeless outreach in Bristol, announced that its community center will be closing at the end of August after 11 years.

— Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 10 Aug. 2026
For the first time, the Chicks will perform the album in its entirety before closing each night with favorites from across their catalog.

— SPIN Staff, SPIN, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of closing

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Taking it with you prevents it from winding up in the ocean, or in the mouths of wildlife.

— Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 14 July 2026
Some tea strainers feature a mesh casing, which is the best option for preventing small particles from escaping the infuser and winding up in your drink.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026

Definition of winding up

Verb

Orlando put a stop to a two-game losing streak in shutting out Chicago for the second time this season.

— Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 July 2026
And the Cup created new stars, like 40-year-old Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, who gained millions of Instagram followers after shutting out Spain.

— Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2026