as in finished
brought or having come to an end
the recently ended season was one of the best that the baseball team ever had
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as in concluded
to bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point
let's end the meeting with a short prayer
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as in ceased
to bring (as an action or operation) to an immediate end
unfortunately, an argument ended their date, and they're still not speaking to each other
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as in stopped
to come to an end
a book so good that you hate to see it end
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as in died
to stop living
a great general, who ended on the field of battle
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Recent Examples of ended
Mike Kaye
updated May 20, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
But the real world is dynamic, open-ended, and full of uncertainty.
—John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 19 May 2026
In contrast, qualitative studies are more open-ended.
—Ankolika De, The Conversation, 19 May 2026
These questions are intentionally open-ended.
—Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 3 May 2026
Without giving too much away about the endings of Caveat and Oddity, McCarthy (like Ohm) leans toward the bleak and open-ended.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 1 May 2026
International law experts say Israel's warnings are inconsistent and often overly broad and open-ended.
—ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
International law experts say Israel’s warnings are inconsistent and often overly broad and open-ended.
—Isabel Debre, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Recorded at Glendale’s UHF Studio, Davis worked closely with producer-bassist Dan Horne and guitarist John Lee Shannon, inaugurating a new songwriting partnership—one that trades the solitary melancholia of her earlier albums for something more open-ended and conversational.
—Emma Madden, Pitchfork, 28 Apr. 2026
Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
The SoCal Indie Bestsellers List for the sales week ended May 31 is based on reporting from the independent booksellers of Southern California, the California Independent Booksellers Alliance and IndieBound.
—Staff Report, Daily News, 3 June 2026
The Thursday night group was seen leaving about three hours afterward, according to the NYPD, while the second odd circumstance ended after individuals were seen crawling out and leaving in a vehicle more than two and a half hours after.
—Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 3 June 2026
By virtue of sweeping both the Cavs and the Philadelphia 76ers, the Eastern Conference champs haven’t laced up (for a game) in nine days; the Spurs ended the Oklahoma City Thunder’s season just this past Saturday.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2026
LaBeouf’s campaign of terror ended when he was arrested for punching several people outside the Royal Street Inn & R Bar.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 3 June 2026
From that point the drive ended because field goals weren’t involved.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
While that scenario isn’t likely to make many headlines in North America, there would almost certainly be scrutiny from back home brought against any player from a European nation who competed alongside a Russian — even for a fun exhibition — if the invasion of Ukraine hasn’t ended.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 3 June 2026
The fifth began with a leadoff walk and then saw the White Sox collect five singles before the inning ended.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 28 May 2026
Adjective
While nickel corner is sort of open-ended, Chau Smith-Wade and Corey Thornton can both play there.
—Mike Kaye
updated May 20, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
But the real world is dynamic, open-ended, and full of uncertainty.
—John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 19 May 2026
In contrast, qualitative studies are more open-ended.
—Ankolika De, The Conversation, 19 May 2026
These questions are intentionally open-ended.
—Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 3 May 2026
Without giving too much away about the endings of Caveat and Oddity, McCarthy (like Ohm) leans toward the bleak and open-ended.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 1 May 2026
International law experts say Israel's warnings are inconsistent and often overly broad and open-ended.
—ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
International law experts say Israel’s warnings are inconsistent and often overly broad and open-ended.
—Isabel Debre, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Recorded at Glendale’s UHF Studio, Davis worked closely with producer-bassist Dan Horne and guitarist John Lee Shannon, inaugurating a new songwriting partnership—one that trades the solitary melancholia of her earlier albums for something more open-ended and conversational.
—Emma Madden, Pitchfork, 28 Apr. 2026
Verb
The superintendent of the Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District said that a shooting took place after the graduation ceremonies had ended.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
The SoCal Indie Bestsellers List for the sales week ended May 31 is based on reporting from the independent booksellers of Southern California, the California Independent Booksellers Alliance and IndieBound.
—Staff Report, Daily News, 3 June 2026
The Thursday night group was seen leaving about three hours afterward, according to the NYPD, while the second odd circumstance ended after individuals were seen crawling out and leaving in a vehicle more than two and a half hours after.
—Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 3 June 2026
By virtue of sweeping both the Cavs and the Philadelphia 76ers, the Eastern Conference champs haven’t laced up (for a game) in nine days; the Spurs ended the Oklahoma City Thunder’s season just this past Saturday.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2026
LaBeouf’s campaign of terror ended when he was arrested for punching several people outside the Royal Street Inn & R Bar.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 3 June 2026
From that point the drive ended because field goals weren’t involved.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
While that scenario isn’t likely to make many headlines in North America, there would almost certainly be scrutiny from back home brought against any player from a European nation who competed alongside a Russian — even for a fun exhibition — if the invasion of Ukraine hasn’t ended.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 3 June 2026
The fifth began with a leadoff walk and then saw the White Sox collect five singles before the inning ended.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ended
Adjective
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Even though their scene was complicated to navigate, Stone is thrilled with the finished film.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
3 June 2026
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The overall warmth of the finished basement keeps pulling the family downstairs.—
Jody Garlock,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2026
Verb
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The turning point came in the late summer of 2015, just after the Iran nuclear deal was concluded.—
Bozorgmehr Sharafedin,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
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In September, an independent UN inquiry concluded that Israel had committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, a finding the Israeli government rejected.—
Sana Noor Haq,
CNN Money,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Another location in central Pennsylvania ceased operations on May 24, according to reporting from ABC 27 News, an ABC affiliate based in Harrisburg.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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The Climb’s financing never materialized, prep was ceased, and by January 2025, the whole venture collapsed when rights to the film lapsed.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
3 June 2026
Verb
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Not that long after, a guard near the New York Stock Exchange stopped me.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
31 May 2026
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Stosic delivered one giant hammer fist to Hardy’s jaw and the referee came in and stopped the bout.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
Verb
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Harris plays with the memory of her mom, Suzie Brawner, who died two years ago.—
Lauren Pastrana,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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Mbogo Macharia, the lawyer representing the families of the 16 girls who died in the fire, called for a thorough investigation within 21 days.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
Verb
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Money often dried up once investors secured or completed their projects, while officials prioritized short-term achievements during their limited tenures.—
Reagan Yip,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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The company successfully completed initial ground tests of a hybrid-electric version of its CT7 turboprop engine.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
Verb
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The country’s growth outlook has darkened due to the ongoing Middle East conflict, which has effectively halted oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, pushing up energy and commodities prices globally.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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The World Health Organization halted its trial of hydroxychloroquine after a large, randomized study conducted in the United Kingdom found the drug lacked any apparent effect on mortality when treating COVID-19.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
Verb
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At the same time, the district faced mounting financial pressures after federal stimulus funds that the city received following the 2008 recession expired.—
Julia McWilliams,
The Conversation,
4 June 2026
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Toss expired products like sunscreen and bug spray to ensure safety and effectiveness during summer activities.—
Asia London Palomba,
The Spruce,
3 June 2026
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“Ended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ended. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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