bring an end to (something)
idiom
: to stop, finish, or complete (something)
Negotiations brought an end to the conflict.
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The Trump administration’s moves to bring an end to the war in Ukraine have prompted frustration and concern from America’s European allies that were left out of initial discussions with Russia and fears of a potential removal of U.S. troops from bases spread across the continent.
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Austin Denean, Baltimore Sun, 18 Feb. 2025
Read more about Trump’s orders to bring an end to DEI programs.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 22 Jan. 2025
The call underscored Beijing’s influence over Russia at a time when Mr. Trump has expressed a desire to bring an end to the fighting in Ukraine.
—David Pierson, New York Times, 22 Jan. 2025
The agreement with the Sheriff’s Department would seemingly bring an end to a years-long scandal that has plagued the county’s justice system, and tainted some of the most high-profile prosecutions.
—Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2025
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Austin Denean, Baltimore Sun, 18 Feb. 2025
Read more about Trump’s orders to bring an end to DEI programs.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 22 Jan. 2025
The call underscored Beijing’s influence over Russia at a time when Mr. Trump has expressed a desire to bring an end to the fighting in Ukraine.
—David Pierson, New York Times, 22 Jan. 2025
The agreement with the Sheriff’s Department would seemingly bring an end to a years-long scandal that has plagued the county’s justice system, and tainted some of the most high-profile prosecutions.
—Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2025
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“Bring an end to (something).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bring%20an%20end%20to%20%28something%29. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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