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completed

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verb

past tense of complete
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as in adorned
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 ended
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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Recent Examples of completed
Verb
The installations at the 500 delis were completed in April, but the city has not committed any additional funds towards equipping the thousands of bodegas that remain unprotected, Mateo said. Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 7 Aug. 2026 The seven whales joined Frankie and Bertie Botts, who completed the same nearly 2,000-mile journey from Niagara Falls to San Antonio during the first relocation last month. Jared Ochacher, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 Amazon Web Services completed several studies, doing calculations based on how many employees and trucks would run through the site. Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026 That seemed encouraging at the time, but Kimberly says her family still has not heard from law enforcement about whether the tests were completed. Dateline Nbc, NBC news, 6 Aug. 2026 Scott also said that the secondary wall system will be completed by July 2028. Connor Greene, Time, 6 Aug. 2026 New product features that used to take months or quarters to develop can now be completed in weeks. Anuradha Choudhury, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 When the railroad was completed, many continued to work for the railroad in some capacity. Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026 The cash deal represents a premium of nearly 33% from Wednesday's close, and it's expected to be completed in the first half of 2027. Michelle Fox, CNBC, 30 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for completed
Adjective
  • Hold it up to the light, unfold it, and check the selvedge (the finished edge along the length of the fabric) for clues about the manufacturer.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Schools will have to assess the process, the judgment, and the understanding behind a finished product instead of treating the product as sufficient evidence on its own.
    Ray Ravaglia, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • It was set into an oval ring face adorned with blue enamel, diamonds and pearls.
    Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Given his exploits for Spain in North America this summer, there’s an argument for him to once again be adorned with the accolade for being the sport’s best male player.
    Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Brent crude futures ended last week down more than 7% following signals from Washington that an agreement with Tehran to unblock the vital maritime chokepoint was in sight.
    Jenni Reid, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Edge rusher Jonathan Greenard is now in Philly, and he was replaced by third-year Dallas Turner, who ended 2025 on a high.
    Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The implication of Zolghadr’s statement was that these conditions must be fulfilled before or in tandem with concessions on the strait, which would be at odds with the formula set out in the memorandum of understanding.
    Tim Lister, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Daurawa said all the couples had undergone screening and counseling before the ceremony and that all religious and legal requirements had been fulfilled.
    ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Howard County initially approved permits for the project but revoked them in February 2026, when construction was nearly complete.
    Adam Thompson, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Of course, no proper French meal would be complete without wine.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Its interior design matches the vibe, with elegant period-style design complemented by touches of country life—riding boots placed beside a cast-iron fireguard inside, terracotta pots next to Victorian wrought-iron chairs on the outdoor patio.
    Katie Silcox, Vogue, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Although the producer has not publicly disclosed the complete mash bill, the Colorado whiskey is built around a traditional Kentucky bourbon recipe with a high corn content complemented by rye and malted barley.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Bangladesh is the second South Asian country, after India, with which Korea has concluded a CEPA.
    Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The former Portugal youth international adds depth to Ipswich’s midfield, after Jens Cajuste and Dan Neil’s loan deals concluded at the end of last season.
    David Ornstein, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • A day later, the Twins satisfied another need with a trade for starting pitcher Dean Kremer.
    Dan Hayes, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The treat filled me up, cooled me down and completely satisfied my sweet tooth.
    Hali Smith August 1, Idaho Statesman, 1 Aug. 2026

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“Completed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/completed. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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