1
as in completes
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done
we should finish the painting of the house by tomorrow
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2
as in ends
to bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point
we'll finish the concert before dark
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3
as in stops
to come to an end
the three-day race finished yesterday
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1
as in endings
the last part of a process or action
a pie-eating contest is the fair's traditional finish
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2
as in halts
the stopping of a process or activity
an all-out fight right to the finish
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Recent Examples of finishes
Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
Even in JSerra finishes 3-7, its power rating on HSratings could be high enough to claim an at-large spot in Division 2.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 23 Oct. 2025
The feedback buttons will appear on the content details page of each title and in the player when a user finishes a movie or series.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2025
The feedback buttons will appear on HBO Max’s content details page of each title and in the player when a user finishes a movie or series.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
Vitello finishes his tenure at Tennessee with a 341-131 record, leading the Vols to a national championship in 2024 and three Super Regional appearances in ’21, ’23 and ’24.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 22 Oct. 2025
Then came one of the nuttiest finishes those who stayed will ever see.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 20 Oct. 2025
With the three goals and one assist on the night, Messi finishes the season with 29 goals and 19 assists in 28 games, one shy of Carlos Vela’s MLS record of 49 goal contributions.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2025
First place earns an extra eight points, second place earns an extra seven, and so on until the driver who finishes eighth receives a single point.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 26 Oct. 2025
Designers are now pairing it with modern finishes, such as matte metals and woods, as well as maximalist palettes, which express its more stylish and adaptable side.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
Prevent damage to nonstick finishes by using paper towels as a protective layer between pots and pans.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
Finish and color GE microwaves are available in all manner of colors and finishes, though black and stainless steel are two of the most popular.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
The completely turnkey homes start at $12 million, but buyers who wish to make some changes can work with the design team to select interior finishes and color palettes as well as to customize spaces for their individual needs, whether that’s adding a gym, a bunk room, or an executive office suite.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
Follow bite adjustments carefully; high-polish finishes resist stains, but coffee/wine habits still matter—ask for a realistic maintenance plan.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
Arched bookshelves, bubble chairs, Lucite tables and terrazzo finishes have all reentered the conversation.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
These custom cursive name necklace are handmade with sterling silver and are available in gold, silver or rose gold finishes.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2025
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Redditors report that finishes often flake off, scratch easily, or discolor with regular cleaning.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
Even in JSerra finishes 3-7, its power rating on HSratings could be high enough to claim an at-large spot in Division 2.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 23 Oct. 2025
The feedback buttons will appear on the content details page of each title and in the player when a user finishes a movie or series.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2025
The feedback buttons will appear on HBO Max’s content details page of each title and in the player when a user finishes a movie or series.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
Vitello finishes his tenure at Tennessee with a 341-131 record, leading the Vols to a national championship in 2024 and three Super Regional appearances in ’21, ’23 and ’24.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 22 Oct. 2025
Then came one of the nuttiest finishes those who stayed will ever see.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 20 Oct. 2025
With the three goals and one assist on the night, Messi finishes the season with 29 goals and 19 assists in 28 games, one shy of Carlos Vela’s MLS record of 49 goal contributions.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2025
First place earns an extra eight points, second place earns an extra seven, and so on until the driver who finishes eighth receives a single point.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
Noun
More pieces of decor include throw pillows with decorative tassels, full-sized mirrors, and floating shelves that are discounted in multiple wood finishes and can support more than 70 pounds each.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 26 Oct. 2025
Designers are now pairing it with modern finishes, such as matte metals and woods, as well as maximalist palettes, which express its more stylish and adaptable side.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
Prevent damage to nonstick finishes by using paper towels as a protective layer between pots and pans.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
Finish and color GE microwaves are available in all manner of colors and finishes, though black and stainless steel are two of the most popular.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
The completely turnkey homes start at $12 million, but buyers who wish to make some changes can work with the design team to select interior finishes and color palettes as well as to customize spaces for their individual needs, whether that’s adding a gym, a bunk room, or an executive office suite.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
Follow bite adjustments carefully; high-polish finishes resist stains, but coffee/wine habits still matter—ask for a realistic maintenance plan.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
Arched bookshelves, bubble chairs, Lucite tables and terrazzo finishes have all reentered the conversation.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
These custom cursive name necklace are handmade with sterling silver and are available in gold, silver or rose gold finishes.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for finishes
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One of Patrick’s drawings now hangs there as a gift from Fabio himself, a gesture that completes a circle of devotion between artist, mother, and custodian.—
Alessia Glaviano,
Vogue,
20 Oct. 2025
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Luminate, the independent data provider to the Billboard charts, completes a thorough review of all data submissions used in compiling the weekly chart rankings.—
Gary Trust,
Billboard,
20 Oct. 2025
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Incumbent Eric Adams will serve the remainder of his term in office, which ends on December 31, 2025.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Waitsfield After passing through Hancock, Route 100 technically ends, but keep going for a few more miles on the Mad River Byway, which is also a part of the scenic byway.—
Megan Margulies,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
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The first death happens when the heart stops beating and the brain stops working.—
Meagan Jordan,
Rolling Stone,
23 Oct. 2025
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The film has played HorrorHound, Cinema Scares and Bloody Mirror, with more festival stops on deck.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
23 Oct. 2025
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An episode of religious ecstasy in a depleted, soggy, English seaside town spirals toward violence—and culminates in one of the best endings in recent horror.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
19 Oct. 2025
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Considering that Supermassive is known for their alternate choices and endings, Little Nightmares III still feels like the source material.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
10 Oct. 2025
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Week 8 of the NFL season concludes with the Washington Commanders visiting the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Dudik concludes that incorporating graphene as an ion-to-electron transducer enables electrodes to deliver exceptional sensitivity, reproducibility, and overall robustness.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Oct. 2025
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The licenses will be valid for up to one year unless the applicant’s visa expires sooner.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
26 Oct. 2025
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Extra financial help with premiums - in the form of enhanced tax credits - expires in December, and rates are going up.—
NPR,
NPR,
26 Oct. 2025
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Jacobson tells us what conclusions emerged from the forum about how to rebuild in the face of defunding and a contracting market in general for documentaries.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
21 Oct. 2025
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Those are the conclusions of two recent reports about spiraling utility bills, one looking at the past, the other foretelling the future.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
18 Oct. 2025
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Temporary cessations of hostility, but no permanent closing of the moral and social divide between debtor and creditor, and no giving up on the thought that some lives matter more than others.—
Henry Freedland,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Finishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/finishes. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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