end in (something)
phrasal verb
: to have (something) at the end
The word ends in a suffix.
The knife ends in a sharp point.
Their marriage ended in divorce.
The race ended in a tie.
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In California, the total lunar eclipse will start late Thursday night and end in the early hours of Friday morning, according to Time and Date.
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Hannah Poukish, Sacramento Bee, 13 Mar. 2025
She was tried on those charges last year, but the case ended in mistrial because of a hung jury.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
Ware totaled just two points on 1-of-3 shooting from the field and four rebounds while also making a few mistakes on the defensive end in the first half.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
If yes, instead of knotting your bandana headband below your hairline, tie the ends in the back so the top of your head is fully covered with the rest of the kerchief.
—Kelsey Stewart, Glamour, 13 Mar. 2025
His second and final term ends in January 2027, leaving the governor’s seat wide open in the next election.
—Hanna Kang, Orange County Register, 11 Mar. 2025
Echoing a recent talking point from Trump's White House, Kirk placed the whole of the blame on former President Joe Biden, also claiming that — even if there's no quick end in sight for the grocery issue — Trump is focused on saving Americans money elsewhere.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025
Both La Liga meetings between the teams this season have ended in draws, which would not be enough for Diego Simeone’s men this week.
—Anantaajith Raghuraman, The Athletic, 11 Mar. 2025
However, that contest ended in a split draw, and with neither man impressing the matchmakers in that matchup, the UFC opted not to give either man a second go at earning the belt.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
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Hannah Poukish, Sacramento Bee, 13 Mar. 2025
She was tried on those charges last year, but the case ended in mistrial because of a hung jury.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
Ware totaled just two points on 1-of-3 shooting from the field and four rebounds while also making a few mistakes on the defensive end in the first half.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
If yes, instead of knotting your bandana headband below your hairline, tie the ends in the back so the top of your head is fully covered with the rest of the kerchief.
—Kelsey Stewart, Glamour, 13 Mar. 2025
His second and final term ends in January 2027, leaving the governor’s seat wide open in the next election.
—Hanna Kang, Orange County Register, 11 Mar. 2025
Echoing a recent talking point from Trump's White House, Kirk placed the whole of the blame on former President Joe Biden, also claiming that — even if there's no quick end in sight for the grocery issue — Trump is focused on saving Americans money elsewhere.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025
Both La Liga meetings between the teams this season have ended in draws, which would not be enough for Diego Simeone’s men this week.
—Anantaajith Raghuraman, The Athletic, 11 Mar. 2025
However, that contest ended in a split draw, and with neither man impressing the matchmakers in that matchup, the UFC opted not to give either man a second go at earning the belt.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
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“End in (something).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/end%20in%20%28something%29. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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