1
as in finishing
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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2
as in complementing
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 ending
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 fulfilling
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 completing
At one point, the Badgers went nearly two quarters without completing a pass.
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Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
One week after completing the biggest comeback in school history to knock off Western Colorado, the ThunderWolves set a new standard.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025
Lewis finished the game with 121 yards and his first career touchdown, completing nine of his 17 pass attempts.
—Matt Audilet, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
Spillner was in the final stages of completing her doctorate in pharmacy at Concordia, located in Mequon, according to her online obituary.
—Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Although the raw number of older folks running is much smaller, the growth of that group has been equally great, with 88% more 60-plus runners completing the NYC Marathon in 2025 as did in 2015.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Upon completing either step, guests will receive an educational tasting placemat, a complimentary snack, and a QR code to officially enter the giveaway to win one of 25 round-trip flights to Adelaide.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
That meant providing assurance through a number of different avenues, including showing a clean SOC 2 attestation, answering long security questionnaires, and completing various compliance certifications through painstakingly manual processes.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
The hot start dwindled in the second half, and after completing 10 of his first 14 passes, Loftis missed 12 of his next 22 passes, tapering off as the game got out of hand.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 25 Oct. 2025
Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
One week after completing the biggest comeback in school history to knock off Western Colorado, the ThunderWolves set a new standard.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025
Lewis finished the game with 121 yards and his first career touchdown, completing nine of his 17 pass attempts.
—Matt Audilet, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
Spillner was in the final stages of completing her doctorate in pharmacy at Concordia, located in Mequon, according to her online obituary.
—Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Although the raw number of older folks running is much smaller, the growth of that group has been equally great, with 88% more 60-plus runners completing the NYC Marathon in 2025 as did in 2015.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Upon completing either step, guests will receive an educational tasting placemat, a complimentary snack, and a QR code to officially enter the giveaway to win one of 25 round-trip flights to Adelaide.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
That meant providing assurance through a number of different avenues, including showing a clean SOC 2 attestation, answering long security questionnaires, and completing various compliance certifications through painstakingly manual processes.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
The hot start dwindled in the second half, and after completing 10 of his first 14 passes, Loftis missed 12 of his next 22 passes, tapering off as the game got out of hand.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for completing
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Shough spent three seasons at Oregon and Texas Tech before finishing at Louisville in 2024.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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If schedules clash, suggest a two-step approach, like meeting online first and finishing later.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
8 Jan. 2026
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Rather than creating a harsh line, the fresh fringe moves and breathes, complementing her features instead of dominating them.—
María Munsuri,
Glamour,
6 Jan. 2026
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Queen Mary also carried a Quidam Bags clutch in a shade of navy, complementing her look.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
6 Jan. 2026
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The Chargers have been without top tackles Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater because of season-ending ankle and knee injuries, respectively, and tried to make do as best as possible.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
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The team labored in home losses to Houston and the Los Angeles Chargers, with Mahomes ultimately suffering a season-ending ACL injury in the fourth quarter of that setback against the Chargers.—
Jesse Newell,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Following too closely in its protagonist’s footsteps, The Queen of Versailles presents only two options — tough but spiritually fulfilling material deprivation or unconstrained acquisitiveness.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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Being able to be with one of the biggest artists Puerto Rico has ever had in such a special month dedicated only to us is fulfilling to the heart.—
Julyssa Lopez,
Rolling Stone,
8 Nov. 2025
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For me, decorating is self-care.—
Victoria Uwumarogie,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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The rise of this trend for the 2025 holiday season seems in line with this year’s general propensity for bringing back classic and retro themes for hosting and decorating, starting with winter fondue parties and landing us in a cozy plaid Christmas.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
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The recognition places Atlas among the most notable technology debuts at the annual consumer electronics event, concluding on Friday, and signals growing confidence in humanoid robots moving from demos to real industrial work.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
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Jacob Bethell, their great batting hope amid the debris of this tour, stood tall at the SCG to compile a sublime unbeaten 142 and extend the hosts’ inconvenience into this concluding fifth Test’s last day.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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This recipe is the ultimate creamy and satisfying comfort food.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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One beneficiary may be the Catalan-language itself, also satisfying a yearning for authenticity, which is proving a major lure of both films and series.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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Also adorning the topper are 2,867 other diamonds, 17 sapphires, 11 emeralds, and 269 pearls, according to the Royal Collection Trust.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
7 Jan. 2026
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Local Los Angeles landmark Vasquez Rocks feature prominently at the back of the float, paying homage to its role as a frequent Star Trek filming location, with interactive transporters adorning the center of the float.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
2 Jan. 2026
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“Completing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/completing. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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