completing

verb

Definition of completingnext
present participle of complete
1
as in finishing
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done managed to complete the assignment with time to spare

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2
as in complementing
to serve as a completing element to the bird's beautiful song simply completes its appeal for pet owners

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3
as in ending
to bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point the well-attended concert completed a great weekend of arts and entertainment events

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4
as in fulfilling
to do what is required by the terms of no payments will be made until the contract is completed

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for completing
  1. finishing
  2. complementing
  3. ending
  4. fulfilling
  5. decorating
  6. satisfying
  7. adorning
  8. keeping
Verb
  • After three straight seasons finishing 7-10 and missing the playoffs, the Falcons fired head coach Arthur Smith in January and replaced him with former Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris.
    Rohan Nadkarni, NBC News, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Unfortunately for him, both of those campaigns ended with his teams finishing in 19th place and facing relegation into the Championship.
    Asif Burhan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of finishing
Verb
  • The brick-and-mortar Sunny’s opened in Miami on Wednesday, with the owners retaining the original outdoor brick courtyard but complementing it with an indoor, white-tablecloth space.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Septum and labret piercings decorated the models’ faces, complementing the subtle, glowy makeup.
    Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of complementing
Verb
  • Rich, velvety and savory palate, waxy notes, and oak tannins ending on a finish that lasts forever.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Hitting into a season-ending double play or otherwise being retired wouldn’t have undone all of Alonso’s achievements with the Mets.
    Jerry Beach, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of ending
Verb
  • Promoting competencies like understanding emotions, achieving positive goals and building relationships is key to a fulfilling life.
    Hashim Hayat, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Positive sources of joy can include fulfilling hobbies such as painting, playing a musical instrument, writing or gardening.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Definition of fulfilling
Verb
  • The craft for October will be decorating pumpkins (real or artificial) chaired by Lori Kniffin and Debby Garrow.
    Brian Gioiele, Connecticut Post, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Designers are leaning into asymmetry and embracing imperfection, including decorating with two different nightstands and using furniture in the bedroom that is increasingly eclectic, but still cohesive.
    Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of decorating
Verb
  • Its high proof gives it enough backbone to stand up to sweet vermouth and bitters, creating a rich, satisfying Manhattan.
    Emily Price, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Remember, the key to truly satisfying success lies in not only managing the urgent, but also investing time and energy in what truly matters in the long run.
    Nell Derick Debevoise, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of satisfying
Verb
  • There are standouts in every makeup category and Best of Beauty-winning brands that make beautiful base makeup, eye-adorning shadows, and luxurious lippies.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Unlike the San Diego panda arrival, which was shrouded in secrecy, the National Zoo pandas arrived at Dulles International Airport on a specially outfitted FedEx cargo airplane that had artwork showing a panda eating bamboo adorning the front of the aircraft.
    Karen Kucher, The Mercury News, 16 Oct. 2024
Definition of adorning
Verb
  • This knowledge sharing can help streamline work between partners, keeping both parties in sync with the vision, goals and constraints associated with the project.
    Kate Vitasek, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Pairing the sleeping bag with a sleeping pad adds an extra layer of comfort and insulation, keeping you off the cold, uneven ground; check out the Moxils Ultralight Inflatable Sleeping Pad which is on sale for $25.
    Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of keeping
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