finalization

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Recent Examples of finalization The finalization of the deal, which comes in the form of an option to purchase, is an anticipated step in the process and was signed May 21, according to the memorandum between the two parties. Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 29 May 2026 Still, the finalization of text between the two nations was a sign that diplomacy was proceeding, despite active hostilities between the US and Iran over the past 48 hours. Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 28 May 2026 The ordinance, which still needs a second reading before finalization, includes where the bikes can be operated, minor safety requirements, equipment requirements and enforcement. Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026 An Agreement has been largely negotiated, subject to finalization between the United States of America, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the various other Countries, as listed. Ted Johnson, Deadline, 23 May 2026 Among her responsibilities were the finalization of an economic development plan for the next four years and to implement the Local Development Program for the 145 Territories, an initiative to reduce regional inequalities in the country. Encyclopedia Britannica, 20 Mar. 2026 By late 2025, multiple outlets reported that final regulations were being circulated internally, a strong signal that the reform is nearing finalization. James Broughel, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026 Kevin was given full custody of their four children, according to the divorce agreement obtained at the time of its finalization in 2025 by PEOPLE. Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026 But the tight end was cut on finalization day before landing on the team’s practice squad to begin the year. Sam Warren, Houston Chronicle, 2 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for finalization
Noun
  • This year’s kindergartners will have their education bookended by the anniversaries of the Declaration of Independence and ratification of the Constitution.
    Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 29 May 2026
  • Netflix Animation Studios feature production workers have officially voted to ratify their first Union contract with The Animation Guild (IATSE Local 839), with an overwhelming 89% in favor of ratification.
    Matt Minton, Variety, 28 May 2026
Noun
  • Oversight is shifting from initial access control toward something more continuous, closer to ongoing accountability than a one-time approval.
    Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
  • With the legislation still requiring parliamentary approval, MPs will be under pressure to oppose unpopular proposals as general elections loom next year.
    Martin K.N Siele, semafor.com, 25 May 2026
Noun
  • Workers had demanded a formalization of bonuses in their contracts, the scrapping of bonus caps, and a payout of 15% of Samsung's operating profits as bonuses.
    Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 23 May 2026
  • This goal of formalization was christened the Hilbert Program.
    Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 18 May 2026
Noun
  • The 11th Circuit imposed sanctions on the unidentified judge, who agreed to them.
    Dan Mangan, CNBC, 30 May 2026
  • Four years of international sanctions have hampered Moscow’s ability to procure machinery, technology and research from Europe, while the grinding war in Ukraine has taxed key industries and pushed the country toward a potential financial crisis.
    Emma Burrows, Fortune, 30 May 2026
Noun
  • No other candidates reached double-digit support, including Democratic San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan with 7%, Democratic former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa with 5% and Democratic Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond with 1%, the poll found.
    John Woolfolk, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
  • As well as turning to the club’s head of medicine and performance Jonathan Power and psychologist Lee Richardson, Liverpool brought in grief counsellors to ensure there was sufficient support.
    James Pearce, New York Times, 28 May 2026
Noun
  • Among major endorsements so far in the race, Barrera is backed by the California Teachers Association and current state Superintendent Thurmond.
    Molly Gibbs, Mercury News, 25 May 2026
  • Worth Girvan has endorsements from a long list of state Democratic lawmakers, the county Democratic Party, the Sierra Club and labor unions.
    Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2026

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“Finalization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/finalization. Accessed 31 May. 2026.

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