completes

present tense third-person singular of complete
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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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Recent Examples of completes If the system completes development successfully, the Netherlands intends to purchase multiple laser units. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026 Its review team usually completes the process within 24 hours. — Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026 Follow along here for our live updates as SpaceX completes preparations on the rocket's Super Heavy booster and Ship upper stage, and progresses toward its 14th test launch of the Starship vehicle since 2023. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 23 Sep. 2026 Any adjuncts already teaching these subjects could continue to do so if the Oklahoma State Board of Education grants their district a waiver and the teacher completes training in the science of reading, according to the law. — Nuria Martinez-Keel, Oklahoma Voice, 21 Sep. 2026 The conclusion of the trilogy completes David’s (Michael Iskander) transformation from outcast shepherd to fierce warrior to his ultimate destiny as King. — Denise Petski, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2026 Newton, who tied the record by throwing for 422 yards in last week’s loss at Arizona, completes 28 of 46 passes with one touchdown in the 30-23 loss to the Packers. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026 And a parent of two children in the district and a Park Hill teacher said the district completes regular research and reviews of technology and non-technology resources. — Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 17 Sep. 2026 Restaurant Vermeer, a rooftop kitchen garden, completes the picture. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for completes
Verb
  • Atlanta finishes the regular season with back-to-back games at sixth-place New York (26-16).
    — Michael Cunningham, AJC.com, 21 Sep. 2026
  • The sandwiches are always prepared to order, and the bread, made using their own recipe, finishes baking just minutes before being served.
    — Emma Bocchi, Vogue, 21 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Thai basil can stand in for Italian basil in a pinch, especially in savory meals where its stronger flavor complements the other ingredients.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2026
  • And that artistry complements Cécred’s rigorous product standards.
    — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 23 Sep. 2026
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  • Experts, including Higel, are doubtful that the Iraqi government will be able to disarm the Iran-loyal groups even if war between Iran and the US ends.
    — Sarah Tamimi, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2026
  • As for what’s going on with the cryptic buying up of team shares, that remains an ongoing mystery for much of the episode — one that ends without Higgins and Rebecca finding out who’s really behind the shenanigans.
    — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Civic Federation President Joe Ferguson agreed that whether or not Johnson fulfills his pledge to transparently outline the projection will prove critical.
    — Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026
  • This fulfills a key demand for nearly 30 percent of consumers.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 11 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Reflecting on his career as a whole, Domingo says he is often guided by advice from prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage, part of which adorns his left arm as a tattoo.
    — Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The story of Sue and Ron Wilson's life together, happily spanning 60 years, adorns their apartment.
    — Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026
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  • The report concludes that resilience must become a core strategic priority rather than a reactive response to crises.
    — Mitch New, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Once leadership concludes that the shift is structural, operational changes become more critical than budget cuts.
    — Erik Clarke, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Why the offer’s terms matter The statutory consequence applies only if the offer satisfies the law’s requirements.
    — Ethan Stone, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Organizations must determine whether software seamlessly satisfies end-user intent and business domain expectations.
    — Barney Krishnan, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • As strikes hit multiple Ukrainian regions and Russia’s Belgorod, Zelensky disputes claims of an energy-infrastructure truce while Moscow decorates a Baltic Sea ship captain and confirms a general’s death.
    — Hanna Arhirova, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2026
  • The print decorates a semi-sheer collarless evening jacket, an ideal day-to-night piece, according to Brock.
    — Ari Stark, Footwear News, 22 July 2026

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“Completes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/completes. Accessed 1 Oct. 2026.

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