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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
April 15, 2015 Invincible at Oracle A 133-126 win over the Denver Nuggets completes a franchise-best 67-15 record and 39-2 at home.
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Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 10 May 2026
The reserve is already poised to fall to its lowest level since 1982 if the administration completes the full release.
—Grant Smith, Fortune, 9 May 2026
Chronicle completes the equation.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 7 May 2026
Rolling in the snow after sauna sessions completes the full Nordic-style cold therapy experience.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026
The 1 1/2-mile Belmont completes the Triple Crown calendar and is run three weeks after the Preakness.
—Mike Wilson, New York Times, 7 May 2026
When to see the space station from Earth The International Space Station, which completes 16 orbits of Earth per day, is regularly visible to spectators around the globe.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 6 May 2026
In Conversation This week in literary history, Lordy Byron completes a feat of romance, tragedy, and athletics by swimming across the Hellespont.
—Literary Hub, 4 May 2026
Cohen intends to become CEO of the post-merger company if eBay accepts the deal and completes it.
—ArsTechnica, 4 May 2026
Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 10 May 2026
The reserve is already poised to fall to its lowest level since 1982 if the administration completes the full release.
—Grant Smith, Fortune, 9 May 2026
Chronicle completes the equation.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 7 May 2026
Rolling in the snow after sauna sessions completes the full Nordic-style cold therapy experience.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026
The 1 1/2-mile Belmont completes the Triple Crown calendar and is run three weeks after the Preakness.
—Mike Wilson, New York Times, 7 May 2026
When to see the space station from Earth The International Space Station, which completes 16 orbits of Earth per day, is regularly visible to spectators around the globe.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 6 May 2026
In Conversation This week in literary history, Lordy Byron completes a feat of romance, tragedy, and athletics by swimming across the Hellespont.
—Literary Hub, 4 May 2026
Cohen intends to become CEO of the post-merger company if eBay accepts the deal and completes it.
—ArsTechnica, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for completes
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West Orange finishes the season 20-13.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2026
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Construction could begin after the city signs off on annexation, plats and a new water well for the area, but the developer told council members homes are unlikely to be occupied until after ITD finishes its Karcher Road work, with full build‑out expected to take five to 10 years.—
Noah Daly
May 7,
Idaho Statesman,
7 May 2026
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The program complements recurring career workshops, led by my colleagues on the nursing school faculty offered within local high schools, community colleges, and historically Black colleges and universities in the Atlanta region.—
Nicholas A. Giordano,
STAT,
8 May 2026
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The result is a product positioned as an accessory — something that complements a fashion look rather than serving as a traditional beauty add-on.—
Advertorial,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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What happens once the tour wraps, the season ends, the algorithm cools or the headlines wane?—
Sandra Richards,
Rolling Stone,
8 May 2026
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The Senate passed its own version of the larger health bill so both chambers will have to find compromise before session ends May 18.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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The association fulfills its human rights mandate through protest campaigns in opposition to censorship and by fighting for the release of journalists who have been imprisoned for their work.—
Marlen Bartsch,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 Apr. 2026
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While the company still fulfills those practical needs, Hurtigruten now has small cruise ships that welcome tourists along for the ride.—
Karen Gardiner,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
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His face adorns a banner at the Department of Justice’s headquarters, among others.—
Steven Sloan,
Fortune,
9 May 2026
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His face adorns a banner at the Department of Justice's headquarters, among others.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 May 2026
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The film conveniently concludes in 1988, five years before Chandler’s abuse allegations came to light.—
Marlow Stern,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2026
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Powell, meanwhile, is set to step down as Fed chair when his term concludes on May 15, capping an eight-year tenure as the leader of the central bank.—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Theme Nights White nights have become common at sea, and this mini dress satisfies the dress code for both more casual and elegant ships.—
Rebecca Shinners,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
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Earning at least $580 per month also satisfies the requirement.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
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My cabin had a neutral-toned color scheme with decor in varying shades of beige and a dark navy carpet, which was a nice contrast to the vibrant art that decorates most of the ship.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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The clean, green foliage decorates the plant through the growing season.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Apr. 2026
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“Completes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/completes. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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