as in finished
brought or having come to an end
unlike most completed construction projects, this one came in under budget
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as in finalized
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 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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as in fulfilled
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 completed
Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 11 Nov. 2025
The approval process was completed in just six months, significantly faster than the 18 to 24 months typically required under the previous schedule.
—Arlyssa D. Becenti, AZCentral.com, 11 Nov. 2025
In 2025, Kardashian completed her Law Office Study Program, which took her six years instead of the typical four due to the COVID pandemic and her work schedule.
—Amy McCarthy, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
In what would be the high school equivalent of the Egg Bowl, Knox completed 12 of 23 attempts for 197 yards and four touchdowns with no interceptions to lead Oxford High to a 27-21 win over Starkville High last Thursday night.
—Grace Raynor, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025
There are factories waiting in line, and there are constant complaints from members that inspections still need to be completed.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 11 Nov. 2025
Designed by Silvester Fuller Architects in collaboration with Jamie Durie Design, the home, completed in 2025, is an audacious experiment in eco-conscious living.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Nov. 2025
De Losa, who applied on her own by visiting her nearest consulate, started the process in September 2018, and it was completed by December 2018.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 11 Nov. 2025
New York completed two blockbuster trades before the deadline, sending star cornerback Sauce Gardner to the Indianapolis Colts and defensive tackle Quinnen Williams to the Dallas Cowboys.
—Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Verb
People think of puzzle games as endless (or nearly so), and after a day or so, all 35 levels can be soaked in and completed, with only the promise of a higher score as incentive to return.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 11 Nov. 2025
The approval process was completed in just six months, significantly faster than the 18 to 24 months typically required under the previous schedule.
—Arlyssa D. Becenti, AZCentral.com, 11 Nov. 2025
In 2025, Kardashian completed her Law Office Study Program, which took her six years instead of the typical four due to the COVID pandemic and her work schedule.
—Amy McCarthy, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
In what would be the high school equivalent of the Egg Bowl, Knox completed 12 of 23 attempts for 197 yards and four touchdowns with no interceptions to lead Oxford High to a 27-21 win over Starkville High last Thursday night.
—Grace Raynor, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025
There are factories waiting in line, and there are constant complaints from members that inspections still need to be completed.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 11 Nov. 2025
Designed by Silvester Fuller Architects in collaboration with Jamie Durie Design, the home, completed in 2025, is an audacious experiment in eco-conscious living.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Nov. 2025
De Losa, who applied on her own by visiting her nearest consulate, started the process in September 2018, and it was completed by December 2018.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 11 Nov. 2025
New York completed two blockbuster trades before the deadline, sending star cornerback Sauce Gardner to the Indianapolis Colts and defensive tackle Quinnen Williams to the Dallas Cowboys.
—Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for completed
Adjective
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The finished device generates pulses below 50 femtoseconds, uses only five components, and occupies just a few square centimeters.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
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For up to $60 per person, a date where a finished product, such as a candle, is created is interactive, creative, and a way to discover someone’s personal preferences.—
Essence,
Essence,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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During the celebration, Kendall was presented with a white birthday cake adorned with black ribbons, white candles and shot bottles of 818 tequila (her alcohol brand).—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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The facade is adorned with the brand’s signature cannage pattern, while inside there is Versailles parquet flooring similar to the Dior flagship at 30 Montaigne, the house’s historic address.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Jim Irsay stood beside his private jet just days after the 2021 season ended and made sure the camera was rolling to capture his thoughts.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
5 Nov. 2025
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The first four episodes of Netflix's Squid Game reality competition series ended on an intense cliffhanger.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Trier’s paternal grandfather, Ernst, was a talented painter of modernist landscapes who never quite fulfilled his early promise.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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White’s promotion also left an open spot on the practice squad — one fulfilled by defensive tackle and 2024 Panthers draft pick Jaden Crumedy.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Owner Jason Boso fixed that, infusing $2 million into the 10-year-old bar on better bathrooms, a covered section of the patio and a re-done kitchen.—
Sarah Blaskovich,
Dallas News,
3 Apr. 2023
Verb
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Disney hosted a panel on storytelling and cultural influence in Latin America, complemented by a museum-style exhibition and a student meet-and-greet.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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Hilton wears a diamond wedding band Hilton complemented her intricate engagement ring with a simple wedding band.—
Ariana Quihuiz,
PEOPLE,
11 Nov. 2025
Verb
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In three full seasons since that postseason run – which concluded quickly as a result of a crushing 34-11 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the wild-card round – Murray has failed to post a winning season as a starter.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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Salt-n-Pepa also joined in, and the group of artists concluded the set with a call-and-response moment alongside the crowd, encouraging everyone to scream along.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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After those negotiations in Lisbon, Berrada headed back to Manchester satisfied an agreement had been verbally struck — a story The Athletic broke via sources in Portugal, with the United CEO learning mid-flight that the news was out.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
1 Nov. 2025
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None have adequately satisfied the Royals’ needs.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Completed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/completed. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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