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as in completing
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done
we should finish the painting of the house by tomorrow
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as in concluding
to bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point
we'll finish the concert before dark
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as in expiring
to come to an end
the three-day race finished yesterday
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Recent Examples of finishing
Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Local artists were commissioned to add finishing touches, including Gonçalo Jordão and textile designer Thierry Larche, who collaborated on the property’s own azulejo (ceramic tiles) in the garden area.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The buyer agreed to take the home fully furnished, purchasing everything from the primary pieces to the smaller finishing details.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
Florists can also properly wrap flowers for safe transport and add finishing touches, such as ribbons and bows, to complete the bouquet.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 13 Apr. 2026
Bridgeland Distillery’s cask-finished single malt also took honors, showing how finishing and single malt production are becoming bigger parts of the Canadian landscape.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The difference between the two fonts comes down to a few finishing strokes.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 11 Dec. 2025
The white gown in which Ada will open the show is still receiving finishing touches from young seamstress Christine (Garance Marillier).
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2025
Famously, Guerlain likes to say that its clients are always the finishing-touch notes of any fragrance, implying that the Vanille Planifolia Extrait 21‘s molecules will mix and mingle differently on every person.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Gina Pace, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
As the referee got to six, Femi stood straight up as if the sixth finishing maneuver that Lesnar delivered was almost non-existent.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
Instead, Hargitay proved that Adidas Sambas are still a celeb favorite for a reason, opting for classic white sneakers with electric blue stripes for an effortlessly cool finishing touch.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 30 May 2026
In comparison, digital dyeing produces finished pieces (on untreated white denim) without bleaching, stone washing or other conventional finishing techniques.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
Each goal seemed to be more unbelievable than the last, whether because of Valverde’s speed, the ease of finishing or the way the Bernabeu erupted — just the once this season — into a familiar state of euphoria on a European night.
—Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 27 May 2026
If CeraVe is the workhorse and Cyklar is the nourisher, this find is the perfect finishing touch.
—Olivia Cefalu, InStyle, 23 May 2026
The low-pile design slides easily under patio furniture for a polished finishing touch.
—Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2026
Drizzle with chocolate syrup for the perfect finishing touch.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
Hailey Salvian, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Following his time in Sacramento, Adelman coached the Houston Rockets and the Minnesota Timberwolves, finishing his coaching career after the 2013-14 season with a 1,042-749 record in 23 seasons.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026
The Italian Riviera—more than twice the length of its Côte d'Azur counterpart—runs for over 300 kilometers along the Ligurian coast, starting at the French border and finishing up where Tuscany begins.
—Catherine Sabino, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
During quarantine, Ella was graduating high school, while Quinlin was finishing eighth grade.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 1 June 2026
Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson rose to the top of DWTS season 8 with Mark Ballas and came back strong in season 15, finishing second with Derek Hough.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026
Despite last year’s poor start, Adames ended up finishing the season worth +5 outs above average, which ranked in the 89th percentile.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
The Canadians probably feel good about the Americans finishing fourth in Group A, too.
—Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026
Chottani achieves this by layering laser finishing techniques.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Adjective
More finishing ability to complement their distinctive style.
—Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Local artists were commissioned to add finishing touches, including Gonçalo Jordão and textile designer Thierry Larche, who collaborated on the property’s own azulejo (ceramic tiles) in the garden area.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The buyer agreed to take the home fully furnished, purchasing everything from the primary pieces to the smaller finishing details.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
Florists can also properly wrap flowers for safe transport and add finishing touches, such as ribbons and bows, to complete the bouquet.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 13 Apr. 2026
Bridgeland Distillery’s cask-finished single malt also took honors, showing how finishing and single malt production are becoming bigger parts of the Canadian landscape.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The difference between the two fonts comes down to a few finishing strokes.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 11 Dec. 2025
The white gown in which Ada will open the show is still receiving finishing touches from young seamstress Christine (Garance Marillier).
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2025
Famously, Guerlain likes to say that its clients are always the finishing-touch notes of any fragrance, implying that the Vanille Planifolia Extrait 21‘s molecules will mix and mingle differently on every person.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Noun
At the time, several tequila producers had already been experimenting with different barrel finishes — including wine casks and various oak treatments — but sherry‑specific finishing was still relatively uncommon.
—Gina Pace, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
As the referee got to six, Femi stood straight up as if the sixth finishing maneuver that Lesnar delivered was almost non-existent.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
Instead, Hargitay proved that Adidas Sambas are still a celeb favorite for a reason, opting for classic white sneakers with electric blue stripes for an effortlessly cool finishing touch.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 30 May 2026
In comparison, digital dyeing produces finished pieces (on untreated white denim) without bleaching, stone washing or other conventional finishing techniques.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
Each goal seemed to be more unbelievable than the last, whether because of Valverde’s speed, the ease of finishing or the way the Bernabeu erupted — just the once this season — into a familiar state of euphoria on a European night.
—Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 27 May 2026
If CeraVe is the workhorse and Cyklar is the nourisher, this find is the perfect finishing touch.
—Olivia Cefalu, InStyle, 23 May 2026
The low-pile design slides easily under patio furniture for a polished finishing touch.
—Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2026
Drizzle with chocolate syrup for the perfect finishing touch.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
Verb
But the Goldeneyes struggled in their inaugural season, finishing sixth in the league standings.
—Hailey Salvian, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Following his time in Sacramento, Adelman coached the Houston Rockets and the Minnesota Timberwolves, finishing his coaching career after the 2013-14 season with a 1,042-749 record in 23 seasons.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026
The Italian Riviera—more than twice the length of its Côte d'Azur counterpart—runs for over 300 kilometers along the Ligurian coast, starting at the French border and finishing up where Tuscany begins.
—Catherine Sabino, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
During quarantine, Ella was graduating high school, while Quinlin was finishing eighth grade.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 1 June 2026
Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson rose to the top of DWTS season 8 with Mark Ballas and came back strong in season 15, finishing second with Derek Hough.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026
Despite last year’s poor start, Adames ended up finishing the season worth +5 outs above average, which ranked in the 89th percentile.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
The Canadians probably feel good about the Americans finishing fourth in Group A, too.
—Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026
Chottani achieves this by layering laser finishing techniques.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for finishing
Noun
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The trailer maintains 17 inches (43 cm) of ground clearance with help from its 3,500-lb dual-torsion-axle suspension and includes electromagnetic drum brakes for improved stopping power.—
C.C. Weiss
May 22,
New Atlas,
22 May 2026
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Sanchez has not been immune to errors, but his shot-stopping has been key to Chelsea and Liam Rosenior’s exit relieves some of the questions about his ability on the ball.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
Verb
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Yamamoto retired 22 consecutive Angels after Peraza’s triple, allowing no more baserunners while completing eight innings for the first time this season.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
7 June 2026
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Upon completing his 10-year NHL career and two games with Cincinnati of the World Hockey Association in 1978-79, Meehan returned to Buffalo to earn a law degree before joining the Sabres' front office in 1984 under general manager Scotty Bowman.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
Verb
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Hong Kong/Hangzhou — Stephen Curry announced a partnership for his signature brand with Li-Ning on Monday, ending his sneaker free agency in a major win for the Chinese sportswear giant.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
2 June 2026
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Rasmus Hojlund confirmed last month that Napoli’s qualification for the Champions League triggered a clause which will turn his loan deal permanent, ending a three-year spell as a United player.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Digwa was sentenced to life in prison on Monday, concluding a case that the far-right has co-opted for its false narrative that British institutions, including the police, are biased against White Britons.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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Federal investigators said their review uncovered broader violations, concluding the district also allowed male students to access female-only facilities and compete on girls' teams.—
Jackson Thompson OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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During the post-closing ceremony panel, the jury president showed a sense of humor when discussing the challenges of serving as the leading member of the voting committee for a prestigious film festival, like being away from the phones all morning.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
23 May 2026
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This is covered in a standard inspection, often called a pre-drywall or pre-closing inspection.—
Ryan Brennan
May 15,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2026
Noun
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The puzzle-like slats holding the barrel together, called staves, are often used in his creations, incorporated into cocktail muddlers and cigar rests, not to mention a recent life-size buffalo made from the spent barrel pieces.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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The Golden State Valkyries added a familiar name to their frontcourt mix on Sunday morning, signing former Stanford center Nadia Fingall to a rest-of-season contract.—
Laurence Miedema,
Mercury News,
7 June 2026
Verb
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The company said the plan could save customers nearly $3 billion by utilizing expiring tax credits.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
2 June 2026
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The 26-year-old Brazil international has long been tracked by Old Trafford’s recruitment department and appeals in part because of his contract expiring in 2027, which has brought down Atalanta’s asking price.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Zinedine Zidane, the great French playmaker, headbutted Marco Materazzi, a wily Italian defender who had made a passing remark about Zidane’s sister.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
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The Eagles spent the offseason bolstering the passing game with a post-Brown offense in mind.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
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“Finishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/finishing. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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