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
David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2025
Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 30 Sep. 2025
In the decades since, its reputation has continued to expand into a global retailer known for impeccable finishing, signature silhouettes, and devotion to perfection down to the smallest details.
—Elizabeth Kiefer, Architectural Digest, 26 Sep. 2025
Cinnamon sugar is the perfect finishing touch.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2025
To finish, highlighter fills in the highlights , and the lips are worked with a brown liner, then filled in with a gloss or a moisturizing lipstick to achieve a sensual and succulent pout—the perfect finishing touch for this look.
—María Munsuri, Glamour, 21 Sep. 2025
Consumers are more willing than ever to pay triple-digit prices for bottles that push boundaries, a trend visible across the market as distillers expand into new finishing techniques, experimental wood programs, and high-end limited editions.
—Andy Vasoyan, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
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
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
Sara Holdren, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2025
His specific traits, such as leadership and tackling, are difficult to measure but fit exactly what the Rams needed this offseason as a finishing piece to their front seven.
—Nate Atkins, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Just over 13 months ago, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden was claiming a bronze medal after finishing third in the women’s 100m sprint at the Paris Olympics.
—Amanda Davies, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
After finishing as a luxury tax team in each of the past two seasons, the Heat wants to stay out of the luxury tax this season in order to avoid the onerous repeater tax that’s triggered when a team crosses the luxury-tax threshold in four straight seasons or four times during a five-season period.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2025
After finishing her university degree, Jaimee, now 27, officially joined the Dream Team and was able to shadow the assistant directors, eventually being offered a role on that team.
—Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Gundy was able to make Oklahoma State a mainstay in the rankings throughout much of his tenure, finishing his coaching run at Oklahoma State with an overall record of 170-90, reaching a bowl game in 18 of his 21 seasons at the program.
—Reice Shipley, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
Despite finishing the day about flat, Nexstar is down about 3% this week.
—Adrian Van Hauwermeiren, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2025
PureDenim provide the denim fabrics, finishing and wash technologies by Tonello.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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
Adjective
Using digital design tools, creatives can create the unique details and characteristics typically found on vintage jeans or create new styles all their own without being hemmed in by the ecological impacts of traditional washing and finishing.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 30 Sep. 2025
In the decades since, its reputation has continued to expand into a global retailer known for impeccable finishing, signature silhouettes, and devotion to perfection down to the smallest details.
—Elizabeth Kiefer, Architectural Digest, 26 Sep. 2025
Cinnamon sugar is the perfect finishing touch.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2025
To finish, highlighter fills in the highlights , and the lips are worked with a brown liner, then filled in with a gloss or a moisturizing lipstick to achieve a sensual and succulent pout—the perfect finishing touch for this look.
—María Munsuri, Glamour, 21 Sep. 2025
Consumers are more willing than ever to pay triple-digit prices for bottles that push boundaries, a trend visible across the market as distillers expand into new finishing techniques, experimental wood programs, and high-end limited editions.
—Andy Vasoyan, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
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
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
Noun
To watch Lipe-Smith’s Caroline cuddle in bed watching TV on her iPad, or bopping around to JoJo Siwa, or pensively finishing a Popsicle while sitting beside her grandmother at a museum, is to have the sheer malevolence of our current administration and its adherents thrown into sharp relief.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2025
His specific traits, such as leadership and tackling, are difficult to measure but fit exactly what the Rams needed this offseason as a finishing piece to their front seven.
—Nate Atkins, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Just over 13 months ago, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden was claiming a bronze medal after finishing third in the women’s 100m sprint at the Paris Olympics.
—Amanda Davies, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
After finishing as a luxury tax team in each of the past two seasons, the Heat wants to stay out of the luxury tax this season in order to avoid the onerous repeater tax that’s triggered when a team crosses the luxury-tax threshold in four straight seasons or four times during a five-season period.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2025
After finishing her university degree, Jaimee, now 27, officially joined the Dream Team and was able to shadow the assistant directors, eventually being offered a role on that team.
—Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Gundy was able to make Oklahoma State a mainstay in the rankings throughout much of his tenure, finishing his coaching run at Oklahoma State with an overall record of 170-90, reaching a bowl game in 18 of his 21 seasons at the program.
—Reice Shipley, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
Despite finishing the day about flat, Nexstar is down about 3% this week.
—Adrian Van Hauwermeiren, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2025
PureDenim provide the denim fabrics, finishing and wash technologies by Tonello.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for finishing
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UConn’s Joe Fagnano, a seventh-year collegiate quarterback, carved up FIU’s secondary, completing 22 of 28 passes for 355 yards, four TDs and no interceptions.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
5 Oct. 2025
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The Philadelphia Union’s 1-0 win over New York City on Saturday secured the club the MLS Supporters’ Shield title for the second time in the franchise’s history, completing an impressive turnaround under coach Bradley Carnell.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Brendan McDermid | Reuters Stocks registered gains for September and the third quarter, with the Dow ending yesterday's session at an all-time closing high.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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The Giants started the year strong and looked to compete with the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres for the division crown, but would collapse in the back half of the season and miss out on the playoffs entirely, ending 81-81.—
Hunter Mulholland,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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That suit, which Lukenbill’s attorneys Brad Carroll and Michael Laino filed July 11, was primarily concerned with stopping efforts by the city to limit occupancy at the bar.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Chappell Roan’s new hair color Based on reviews of the New York shows, KC audiences should expect show-stopping moments, a new hair color for the famous redhead, an emotional speech of thanks and perhaps a special guest.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Fubo and Hulu + Live TV will continue to be available to consumers under distinct brands post-closing, with Hulu continuing to be available in the larger Disney bundle.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Prioritize your rest and peace of mind by being as honest as possible.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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She was invited to join Unrivaled after her rookie season but elected for some rest after playing a full calendar year that started with her senior season in Iowa.—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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His Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour launches December 5 in Costa Rica and travels through Mexico, Spain, and England before concluding in Italy on July 17-18.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025
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And in 1987, under President Ronald Reagan, the FCC itself repealed the Fairness Doctrine, concluding that the rule was both unnecessary and a threat to free speech.—
John Eger,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The move, sparked by expiring health benefits, ignited what could be a long bitter standoff, and ultimately furloughed hundreds of thousands of federal workers, although some workers will continue to receive pay.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
2 Oct. 2025
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Groups of lawmakers have been huddling on the Senate floor and in hallways around the chamber working to craft a compromise to reopen government and extend the expiring health care tax credits and subsidies.—
Franco Ordoñez,
NPR,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The raw sewage rises to the surface, adding to the unbearable stink, which spreads and worsens with every passing day.—
Eli Sharabi,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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Going into the game against the Gators, Manning has 888 passing yards and nine touchdown passes.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Finishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/finishing. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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