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as in finishes
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 complements
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 ends
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 fulfills
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 completes
Rosenkrantz never wrote her book but, in a sense, Sachs completes it for her—not in scope, of course, but in depth.
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 5 Nov. 2025
Select the heated dry cycle or leave the dishwasher door slightly ajar to promote drying after the cycle completes.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025
Luminate, the independent data provider to the Billboard charts, completes a thorough review of all data submissions used in compiling the weekly chart rankings.
—Gary Trust, Billboard, 3 Nov. 2025
My favorite oversized option at the moment is Illusory's Oversized Batwing Sweater, with drop shoulders and a boxy fit that completes a casual look paired with my favorite pair of jeans.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
Tom almost completes his and then cracks it while putting it in the freezer.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2025
This completes one repetition (rep).
—Jakob Roze, Health, 31 Oct. 2025
OpenAI completes restructure as for-profit company OpenAI completed its conversion into a for-profit company on Tuesday, clearing a major obstacle for a potential initial public offering.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Anemone completes the 2025 Camerimage lineup.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 31 Oct. 2025
Richard Brody, New Yorker, 5 Nov. 2025
Select the heated dry cycle or leave the dishwasher door slightly ajar to promote drying after the cycle completes.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025
Luminate, the independent data provider to the Billboard charts, completes a thorough review of all data submissions used in compiling the weekly chart rankings.
—Gary Trust, Billboard, 3 Nov. 2025
My favorite oversized option at the moment is Illusory's Oversized Batwing Sweater, with drop shoulders and a boxy fit that completes a casual look paired with my favorite pair of jeans.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
Tom almost completes his and then cracks it while putting it in the freezer.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2025
This completes one repetition (rep).
—Jakob Roze, Health, 31 Oct. 2025
OpenAI completes restructure as for-profit company OpenAI completed its conversion into a for-profit company on Tuesday, clearing a major obstacle for a potential initial public offering.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Anemone completes the 2025 Camerimage lineup.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for completes
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The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams will take part in a showdown this Sunday at Levi's Stadium that could possibly end up deciding who finishes first in the NFC West.—
Robert Marvi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Everyone who finishes the test will get 100% correct.—
Emery Petchauer,
The Conversation,
4 Nov. 2025
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Their approach to outdoor gear, playful yet technical, inclusive yet elevated, perfectly complements our ethos of performance with purpose.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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Dynamic play from Addie Finlaw and Ella Vaught complements him, while midfielder Emma Cormier and Meg Costa anchor a strong defense.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
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But Duffy said air traffic controllers probably wouldn’t return to work right away, even if the shutdown ends.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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From arts and history to beaches and boardwalks, these four coastal towns are worth a visit after the busy season ends.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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The move fulfills Charlie Kirk’s reported wishes that his wife assume control of the organization in the event of his death.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
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Glasser signed a first-look film and TV deal with the studio that will begin early next year, after his company fulfills its current obligations to Paramount.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
27 Oct. 2025
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The footwear brand says Blahnik adorns his sleek styles in timeless dogtooth fabrication and delicate mesh polka dot, inspired by Lady Heathcoat-Amory, a golfer originally named Joyce Wethered.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
10 Oct. 2025
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The players on the floor Las Vegas Wilson adorns the marquee.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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When the investigation concludes, the DA's office will present the findings to a grand jury to determine whether charges will be filed.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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The three major indexes are still all tracking to end the month — which concludes with today’s closing bell — in the green.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
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And disappointingly, the commission somehow justified that this proposal satisfies the affordability pillar of state policy.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
30 Oct. 2025
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Waukesha County cheers key step in the process For Waukesha County, Boardman's statement satisfies officials' hope that state transportation leaders are at least acknowledging the importance of I-94 locally and are following the steps necessary to make a project happen at some point.—
Jim Riccioli,
jsonline.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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The mural decorates the north side of the building facing Oak Middle School.—
Jeff Gritchen,
Oc Register,
29 Sep. 2025
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Her husband sold some of the rare Stephen King memorabilia that decorates their home.—
Kate Snow,
NBC news,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Completes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/completes. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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