as in fading
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as in expiration
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1
as in ending
to come to an end
speakers will not be allowed to continue after their allotted time has expired
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2
as in exhaling
to let or force out of the lungs
he vows to hold on to that belief until he expires his last breath
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3
as in dying
to stop living
made one last visit to his homeland and expired not long afterwards
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as in radiating
archaic
to throw or give off
linden trees expiring their rich perfume
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Recent Examples of expiring
John Hollinger, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Similarly, the copyright is expiring only on the version of Popeye introduced in 1929.
—Ellen Wexler, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Dec. 2024
Still, the Cardinals will continue to monitor interest levels on both Fedde and Steven Matz, two pitchers on expiring deals.
—Will Sammon, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Russell’s expiring contract was a necessary piece in most of those trade constructions.
—Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 29 Dec. 2024
The result is a significant backlog, including those 13 expiring player contracts and those of Dyche and Thelwell.
—Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
The Athletic has previously reported Villa hold an interest in Lille forward Jonathan David, whose contract is expiring at the end of the campaign.
—Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
Jonny Evans and Tom Heaton are also on expiring deals.
—Mark Critchley, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
United’s need for wing-backs and Alphonso Davies’ expiring contract has led to the Bayern Munich left-back being linked with Old Trafford in recent months, but even if joining as a free agent in the summer, his level of salary would likely be an obstacle.
—James McNicholas, The Athletic, 25 Dec. 2024
Verb
This deal removes the largest expiring contract the Lakers could use in any future trade.
—John Hollinger, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Similarly, the copyright is expiring only on the version of Popeye introduced in 1929.
—Ellen Wexler, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Dec. 2024
Still, the Cardinals will continue to monitor interest levels on both Fedde and Steven Matz, two pitchers on expiring deals.
—Will Sammon, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Russell’s expiring contract was a necessary piece in most of those trade constructions.
—Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 29 Dec. 2024
The result is a significant backlog, including those 13 expiring player contracts and those of Dyche and Thelwell.
—Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
The Athletic has previously reported Villa hold an interest in Lille forward Jonathan David, whose contract is expiring at the end of the campaign.
—Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
Jonny Evans and Tom Heaton are also on expiring deals.
—Mark Critchley, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
United’s need for wing-backs and Alphonso Davies’ expiring contract has led to the Bayern Munich left-back being linked with Old Trafford in recent months, but even if joining as a free agent in the summer, his level of salary would likely be an obstacle.
—James McNicholas, The Athletic, 25 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expiring
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Unfortunately, its expiration in 2022 cast just as many back into economic precarity.—
Andrew Leahey,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Republicans are seeking to be able to ignore nearly $5 trillion of those revenue losses by using an accounting method that disregards their legal expirations.—
Tobias Burns,
The Hill,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Despite the hit, Wentz stayed in the game for four more plays to finish the drive, ending it with a touchdown pass to wide receiver Alshon Jeffery on fourth and goal.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
4 Jan. 2025
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If advocates win, the Supreme Court may order an injunction that could impact all states that passed essentially copycat legislation, potentially ending Aylo's long war against ‘haphazard’ age-verification laws in the US.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Estate Taxes The federal estate tax exclusion for decedents dying in 2025 will increase to $13,990,000 per person, or $27,980,000 per married couple.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Two people were stabbed at a transit station in Queens, with one of them dying, and a woman was set on fire and died on a subway car in Brooklyn.—
Jack Birle,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Those affected may have chronic low back pain, stiffness, and radiating pain into the buttocks or legs, aggravated by activities that involve bending or lifting.—
Sarah Jividen,
Health,
20 Dec. 2024
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Beyond the dust of Liverpool’s dock road and the huge lorries rolling in and out of the city’s port, the glass panels of Everton’s new home at the Bramley-Moore Dock sparkle impressively, radiating ambition.—
Simon Hughes,
The Athletic,
20 Dec. 2024
Noun
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As the Egyptian’s contract saga has rumbled on towards its expiry in June, his hand has grown stronger in negotiations with every passing week.—
James Pearce,
The Athletic,
19 Feb. 2025
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Gold Points already earned by players will still be usable up until their expiry, 12 months after they were earned.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The root system enters a state of rest, ceasing growth.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2025
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With Stewart-Haas Racing ceasing operations at the end of 2024, Briscoe was among the drivers needing to find a new team.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
30 Dec. 2024
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The ants’ stunning medical abilities have the potential to help where human ones are falling short.—
Carlyn Kranking,
Smithsonian Magazine,
31 Dec. 2024
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Clearly, this only constitutes a small blip as things stand and hardly a sign everything is falling apart.—
Simon Johnson,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Republicans often invoke Soros's name in campaign rhetoric, casting him as a symbol of elite liberal influence.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
4 Jan. 2025
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Speaking of voters, as one of the 50 AP voters, I am stressed about casting my ballot for league MVP this year.—
Dianna Russini,
The Athletic,
4 Jan. 2025
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“Expiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expiring. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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