1
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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2
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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3
as in expiring
to come to an end
the three-day race finished yesterday
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as in ending
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as in stopping
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Recent Examples of finishing
Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2025
Purvis described a new finishing process that mimics the look of garment dyed denim without high minimums.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Sep. 2025
During training sessions in the Portuguese sun, his finishing stood out.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Among the partners who participated in all five films are Mathematic Film (VFX), Company 3 (audio and color finishing), Signature Post (sound design), Format (music supervision, library use and licensing).
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Topics will be based on participant interest, but may include getting ideas, finishing projects, being true to yourself as a poet and technical poetry skills such as rhyme and meter.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 1 Sep. 2025
The finishing, visible through the sapphire caseback, includes Geneva stripes, sunray brushing, and custom components developed with Paoluzzo and APJ, the same partners used for the C1 Bel Canto.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The Distressed Literary Genre Wall Signs signs are the most charming finishing touch for anyone wanting to give their shelves an authentic, bookish vibe.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2025
In such spaces where every detail matters, appliances are the perfect finishing touch.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
Andy Vasoyan, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Or at least that was the easy answer in 2021 and 2022, when Georgia was finishing four years of ranking in the top two nationally in run defense.
—Seth Emerson, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
More than an exit strategy, the ownership change was Chouinard’s way of finishing the job on his own terms.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
The Pitchcom issue was resolved after that, and Darvish ended up finishing 5⅔ innings while allowing three runs on six hits.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
Bella will trot over when she's done, happily finishing off her sibling's portion.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
The single mother had been working part-time at the YWCA while finishing her degree in human development, with hopes of becoming a social worker.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
That got changed pretty close to finishing the book.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
The Olympic gold-medalist Alpine skier returned to the podium over the weekend, finishing in second place in a World Cup super-G race on Sunday.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Imagine the regenerative effect of an EV yet built with the centuries-old standards of finishing, and jostling for attention with a Mandala-like enamel dial.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2025
Purvis described a new finishing process that mimics the look of garment dyed denim without high minimums.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Sep. 2025
During training sessions in the Portuguese sun, his finishing stood out.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Among the partners who participated in all five films are Mathematic Film (VFX), Company 3 (audio and color finishing), Signature Post (sound design), Format (music supervision, library use and licensing).
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Topics will be based on participant interest, but may include getting ideas, finishing projects, being true to yourself as a poet and technical poetry skills such as rhyme and meter.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 1 Sep. 2025
The finishing, visible through the sapphire caseback, includes Geneva stripes, sunray brushing, and custom components developed with Paoluzzo and APJ, the same partners used for the C1 Bel Canto.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The Distressed Literary Genre Wall Signs signs are the most charming finishing touch for anyone wanting to give their shelves an authentic, bookish vibe.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2025
In such spaces where every detail matters, appliances are the perfect finishing touch.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
Noun
All in all, the Ferrand II collaboration is a standout example of what happens when blending and finishing all hit their mark.
—Andy Vasoyan, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Or at least that was the easy answer in 2021 and 2022, when Georgia was finishing four years of ranking in the top two nationally in run defense.
—Seth Emerson, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
More than an exit strategy, the ownership change was Chouinard’s way of finishing the job on his own terms.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
The Pitchcom issue was resolved after that, and Darvish ended up finishing 5⅔ innings while allowing three runs on six hits.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
Bella will trot over when she's done, happily finishing off her sibling's portion.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
The single mother had been working part-time at the YWCA while finishing her degree in human development, with hopes of becoming a social worker.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
That got changed pretty close to finishing the book.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
The Olympic gold-medalist Alpine skier returned to the podium over the weekend, finishing in second place in a World Cup super-G race on Sunday.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 25 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for finishing
Verb
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Beck finished the game completing 22 of 24 passes for 267 yards and two touchdowns, both of which went to CJ Daniels.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
7 Sep. 2025
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Harrell’s improvement After a slow start against the Mountaineers in the Duke’s Mayo Classic, tossing an interception and completing just 54% of his passes, Harrell showed slight improvements against the Tar Heels’ defense.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
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The number of ski visits at domestic ski resorts climbed by nearly 13% in the year ending April 30 to 26 million, according to the China Ski Industry White Paper.—
Russell Flannery,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Last season, McCarthy was on the sideline with a season-ending meniscus injury suffered during preseason.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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For thinkers like Ratti, the time for stopping or slowing climate change has passed, and the time for climate adaptation is upon us.—
Kate Wagner,
Curbed,
5 Sep. 2025
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The European Commission isn't stopping with financial penalties, though.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve could’ve wanted to use the regular season finale as a chance to get others more minutes and allow her stars some rest just days before the postseason begins.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
10 Sep. 2025
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Humans arrive with a lifetime of real-world learning and need nothing more exotic than food, water, and rest.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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All the way back in 1928, researchers published a study concluding that coffee had a diuretic effect, making participants urinate more.—
Fran Kritz,
Health,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Poway concert is the beginning of their fall tour that will take the couple throughout California and up the West Coast, concluding in Vancouver, Washington.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The expiring boost, implemented in Democrats’ Inflation Reduction Act under former President Joe Biden, applies to 22 million of the 24 million low- and middle-income Americans with plans through the ACA marketplace.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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Republicans have proposed several short-term funding options running from November to January, but Democrats want Republicans to negotiate with them, especially on extending expiring health care subsidies.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The big Etienne run followed a few rough moments in the passing game for the safeties and linebackers.—
DIAMOND VENCES,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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The regression in the Dolphins’ vertical passing game, a problem for most of last season, continued in the opener.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Sporting’s best chance in stoppage time came when Joveljic dribbled through the Austin defense, but Stuver saved his shot.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
8 Sep. 2025
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The 24-year-old midfielder delivered her second goal of the young season in stoppage time as Charlotte’s pro women’s soccer team battled to a 2-2 draw in their 2025 home opener Saturday night at American Legion Memorial Stadium.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Finishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/finishing. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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