round (off or out)

1
as in to end
to bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point I'll round off the meeting here and let everyone get an early start on the weekend

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2
as in to complement
to serve as a completing element to coffee and dessert rounded out the meal

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for round (off or out)
Verb
  • Details: The parade begins at 6pm on Monday, March 17 at 6th and Nicollet and ends at 12th and Nicollet.
    Nick Halter, Axios, 27 Feb. 2025
  • The Dow Jones Industrial Average, meanwhile, ended the session down 188.04 points, or 0.43%, after being up as much as 245.34 points earlier in the day.
    Josephine Rozzelle, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2025
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  • Aesop has redefined what a fragrance retail space can be, ensuring that each of its stores is a sensory experience in itself, with interiors designed to reflect their local surroundings, complemented by the brand’s signature blend of botanical aromas.
    Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
  • Zambrano’s sweet, melodious voice is beautifully complemented by Noreh’s velvety tones.
    Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 28 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • Even though Love finished the race in a better position at sixth, the two weren't happy.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Mar. 2025
  • My personal favorite scotch right now is a distillery edition of Lagavulin 16 that was finished in mezcal casks.
    Emily Price, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • In 2017, a Human Rights Watch investigation concluded that Mr. al-Sayed was not affiliated with the Israeli military or government.
    Natan Odenheimer, New York Times, 22 Feb. 2025
  • The 75th Berlin Film Festival has concluded after nine days of fearless cinema in Germany.
    Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 22 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • More specifically, though, the jerseys were adorned with Aston Villa’s crest.
    Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 20 Feb. 2025
  • In some guest rooms and suites not already adorned with original frescoes, walls were painted with sweeping landscapes, their hazy greens and ecrus a nod to the bucolic murals of Pompeian villas.
    Kin Woo Gisela Williams Amy Conway Kate Maxwell, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
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  • During the studio era, Oberon wound up without the solid base that would have given her plum roles and scripts.
    Carolyn Kellogg, Los Angeles Times, 26 Feb. 2025
  • Her only ally is a mystical axe whose victims wind up as decapitated, talking heads.
    Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • The actress had her signature long nails on display, this time decorated with elaborate white and black designs with swirls of different shades of green as well as rhinestones.
    Catherine Santino, People.com, 23 Feb. 2025
  • This spacious pouch has all the classic features of the brand’s other functional bags, but this iteration is decorated with a rich, silky red sheen, complete with the subtle outline of a snake.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • Boston could look to swing another blockbuster trade to land a former Cy Young winner to help complete their pitching staff.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
  • As a staple for more than 30 years, West End Antique Mall boasts 250 vendor booths, perfect for finding a quality rug or statement mirror to complete your decor.
    Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 2 Mar. 2025
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“Round (off or out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/round%20%28off%20or%20out%29. Accessed 6 Mar. 2025.

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