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

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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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The 27-year-old main rapper and sub-vocalist confirmed her decision on Instagram, concluding 14 years with JYP since joining as a trainee.

— Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Lower courts had tossed out the last-ditch appeals to save Bruce by concluding the animal rescue lacked a concrete interest in the dog's survival sufficient to challenge the dangerousness finding by local authorities.

— Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of concluding

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Coduto said more people are downloading dating apps while also seeking out in-person experiences, with the offline events increasingly complementing the swiping rather than replacing it.

— Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2026
Plus, Cardinal offers us some nice diversification away from technology, complementing our exposure to drugmakers Johnson & Johnson and Eli Lilly within the healthcare industry.

— Zev Fima, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of complementing

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SoCal, despite finishing tied with Las Vegas, was the first team picked likely due to their top male Armaan Bhatia suffering a significant knee injury at their last event.

— Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
In October 2024, Whisenant and South Lake Tahoe climber Brant Hysell set a speed record on El Capitan’s Lurking Fear route, finishing in 2 hours, 55 minutes and 32 seconds, according to a post on Whisenant’s Instagram account.

— Sophie Ziedalski, NBC news, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of finishing

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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

As some of this work has encountered delays and other unique challenges, Sherwin-Williams has worked diligently with the PA DEP throughout the process and remains committed to completing these improvements and operating the facility responsibly.

— Meghan Schiller, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026
After completing her debut studio album, Stranger in the Alps, Bridgers signed with the independent label Dead Oceans, which released the record in 2017.

— Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Aug. 2026

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