ROUNDING (OFF OR OUT) Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

rounding (off or out)

verb

present participle of round (off or out)

as in ending

to bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point I'll round off the meeting here and let everyone get an early start on the weekend

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as in finishing (off)

to serve as a completing element to coffee and dessert rounded out the meal

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The list includes measures such as an end to the US naval blockade of Iranian ports, withdrawing military forces and permanently ending the war.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
The Lake Mary All-Stars lost to North Carolina 4-0 on Saturday night, ending the team’s quest to win the Little League Softball World Series.

— Steve Gorches, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of ending

Verb

For centuries, India’s rulers treasured these precious stones, decorating their palaces, thrones, and crowns with them, and wearing them in lavish displays of wealth and opulence.

— Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026
Since pattern sandwiching isn’t exactly for decorating wallflowers, color (and lots of it) is welcomed.

— Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of decorating

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In her absence, followers host a daily, three-hour livestream, recording themselves discussing news events from around the world, often concluding that Didulo will return and save the world from impending disaster.

— Zander Sherman, Rolling Stone, 7 Aug. 2026
Judge Neomi Rao dissented from the majority, concluding that the National Trust for Historic Preservation does not have the jurisdiction to bring the lawsuit.

— Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of concluding

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That set of complementing traits paired perfectly with Karl-Anthony Towns as Robinson could bring a different dynamic to the floor— anchoring defensive units and adding extra possessions for the offense to take advantage of.

— Tom Rende, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
After the show ended, Friebus continued working in television, complementing her extensive theater credits with guest roles on popular shows including Gunsmoke, Perry Mason, The Partridge Family and The Mary Tyler Moore Show.

— Sophie Clausen, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of complementing

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In 2025, Journalism came closest, finishing second to Sovereignty by 1½ lengths at the Derby before winning in Baltimore.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
But Haugset, sensing the danger, stood on her pedals to stay ahead and managed to increase her lead again, finishing 1 minute 24 seconds ahead of Kopecky.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of finishing

Verb

Black shirt, black shorts, thin sheen of sweat adorning his expressive forehead.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026
Aside from the art adorning the bakeware and towels, Yeh’s lifestyle and personality are also infused into the assortment’s physical design.

— Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2026

Definition of adorning

Verb

Taking it with you prevents it from winding up in the ocean, or in the mouths of wildlife.

— Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 14 July 2026
Some tea strainers feature a mesh casing, which is the best option for preventing small particles from escaping the infuser and winding up in your drink.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026

Definition of winding up

Verb

The remaining work includes installing equipment, carrying out system integration, and completing testing before the ropeway opens to passengers.

— Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
Hong Kong‘s Palace Museum (HKPM) has announced that its director, Louis Ng, will retire from his role in January of 2027 after completing his seven year contract.

— News Desk, Artforum, 3 Aug. 2026

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