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
Cole Sullivan, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Oct. 2025
The two-tower project, by builder Riverside Investment and Development and its partners Woodfield Development and PGIM Real Estate, is expected to be completed by 2028.
—Charlotte Observer, 28 Oct. 2025
As Puck first reported on Sunday night, Sheridan intends to strike a new overall deal for both film and TV with NBCUniversal once his commitments to Paramount are completed.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 28 Oct. 2025
In eight games this season, Rattler has completed 68% of his passes for 1,586 yards with eight touchdowns and five interceptions.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025
It's completed with nutmeg and whipped topping.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
If completed, the deal would add millions of policyholders to AIG’s customer base of more than 88 million.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025
Depending on the depth and conditions of the well, most surveys are completed within a single shift.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2025
Yet somehow, on Monday, the team completed one of the sport’s biggest shocks and won the Allsvenskan – the top tier of Swedish soccer.
—Jamie Barton, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
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Huntley completed 17 of 22 passes for 186 yards and one touchdown while adding 53 rushing yards on eight carries in the 30–16 win.
—Cole Sullivan, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Oct. 2025
The two-tower project, by builder Riverside Investment and Development and its partners Woodfield Development and PGIM Real Estate, is expected to be completed by 2028.
—Charlotte Observer, 28 Oct. 2025
As Puck first reported on Sunday night, Sheridan intends to strike a new overall deal for both film and TV with NBCUniversal once his commitments to Paramount are completed.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 28 Oct. 2025
In eight games this season, Rattler has completed 68% of his passes for 1,586 yards with eight touchdowns and five interceptions.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025
It's completed with nutmeg and whipped topping.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
If completed, the deal would add millions of policyholders to AIG’s customer base of more than 88 million.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025
Depending on the depth and conditions of the well, most surveys are completed within a single shift.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2025
Yet somehow, on Monday, the team completed one of the sport’s biggest shocks and won the Allsvenskan – the top tier of Swedish soccer.
—Jamie Barton, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for completed
Adjective
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Without regulation that mirrors modern scientific concern, Wicker recommends that brands adopt multiple layers of protection via multiple, overlapping certifications that span raw fiber to finished product.—
Sophie Benson,
Vogue,
30 Oct. 2025
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Paul’s far from a finished product, but he’s clearly headed in the right direction in his second season.—
Omar Kelly
October 29,
Miami Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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North's friend played the role of Usher, rocking an all-white outfit adorned with a single white glove — just like the musician wore — and lip-syncing into a microphone.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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The water-resistant design features a grinning bird in a pilgrim hat perched atop a giant pumpkin adorned with a festive greeting.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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His tenure ended after consecutive losses to his former Notre Dame defensive coordinators Clark Lea (now the Vanderbilt head coach) and Mike Elko (Texas A&M), putting him at 34-14 in Baton Rouge.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
30 Oct. 2025
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However, Megan felt no spark in person with Mike, so that ended quickly.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Oct. 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
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The television component will follow after Sheridan’s contractual obligations to Paramount are fulfilled in 2028.—
William Earl,
Variety,
27 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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Watts wore dresses by Schiaparelli to the Los Angeles premiere and styled a Mugler look for the London premiere, both of which complemented her handbag.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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The blue-green foliage takes on orange to burgundy hues in autumn, complemented by purple-bronze seed heads, both of which persist through the winter months.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Research is ongoing and is being headed by the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) and directed by Manuel Pérez Rivas, a press release concluded.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Oct. 2025
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The delicate investigation at the site of the plant has concluded, but determining a cause could take months more, said Brice McCracken, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ special agent in charge at the National Center for Explosives Training and Research.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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None have adequately satisfied the Royals’ needs.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
22 Oct. 2025
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Negotiations between the Nuggets, Braun, and Duffy intensified over the weekend, culminating in an agreement that satisfied both sides.—
Evan Dammarell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Completed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/completed. Accessed 3 Nov. 2025.
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