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as in finishing
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done
we're still finalizing our travel plans but hope to have them done by the end of the week
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as in approving
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
the bank won't finalize the loan before Tuesday because of the holiday
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Recent Examples of finalizing
The French green chemistry company strives to restart construction of the Longlaville plant under a project-financing structure and begin production in the first half of 2028, subject to finalizing financing.
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Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026
The county is moving toward finalizing the proposal, and has granted it an exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act — a point of contention for many residents.
—Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
The author or co-author of more than 40 books, Lee was finalizing a book on missing-persons investigations in his final days, the university's statement said.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
After finalizing the capital budget, Ball will present his request to the county council in April for approval.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Kimbo is still finalizing the shower system but so far plans to install a portable shower system as well as an optional water heater and possibly a water recirculation system.
—New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
The Sox were still finalizing their outfield depth as camp neared a conclusion.
—Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
As of last week, MLB was still finalizing its commercial distribution plans.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 23 Mar. 2026
The Red Sox are one step closer to finalizing their Opening Day roster.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 23 Mar. 2026
Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026
The county is moving toward finalizing the proposal, and has granted it an exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act — a point of contention for many residents.
—Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
The author or co-author of more than 40 books, Lee was finalizing a book on missing-persons investigations in his final days, the university's statement said.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
After finalizing the capital budget, Ball will present his request to the county council in April for approval.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Kimbo is still finalizing the shower system but so far plans to install a portable shower system as well as an optional water heater and possibly a water recirculation system.
—New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
The Sox were still finalizing their outfield depth as camp neared a conclusion.
—Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
As of last week, MLB was still finalizing its commercial distribution plans.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 23 Mar. 2026
The Red Sox are one step closer to finalizing their Opening Day roster.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for finalizing
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The school's practices allowed people to get massage therapy licenses without finishing the required training, according to TDLR.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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The series is hosted by Nick Viall, a 45-year old man who starred on The Bachelor after finishing runner-up in two consecutive seasons of The Bachelorette, and his 27-year model and former surgical technologist wife Natalie Joy.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
31 Mar. 2026
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Political experts have also pointed out that Proposition 50 passed with a wide margin, with 64% of of voters approving the measure, so the investigation wouldn't have any impact on the results.—
Laurie Perez,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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The judge will consider approving the settlement at an April 2 hearing.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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Christopherson, a Star resident, is wrapping up his third year as principal of Hunter Elementary in Meridian after completing his principal internship at Star and Willow Creek elementary schools.—
Noah Daly,
Idaho Statesman,
30 Mar. 2026
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Gorman was reportedly only a few months away from completing her freshman year.—
Sophia Compton,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2026
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Last April, the union celebrated when Atlanta City Council passed a resolution ratifying the first-of-its-kind collective bargaining agreement.—
Riley Bunch,
AJC.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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European lawmakers on Monday delayed a vote on ratifying the pact to seek clarification.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Once price breaks above or below the cloud, traders often watch to see whether price holds above or below the Kijun-sen, which acts as an equilibrium level, before confirming a new trend direction.—
Karl Montevirgen,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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On Tuesday, Batula and Wilson released a joint statement confirming their new relationship after weeks of rumors claiming that their friendship had turned romantic.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Finalizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/finalizing. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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