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complete

[kuhm-pleet] / kəmˈplit /






Usage

What are other ways to say complete? The adjective complete implies that a certain unit has all its parts or is fully developed or perfected, and may apply to a process or purpose carried to fulfillment: a complete explanation. Entire means whole, having unbroken unity: an entire book. Intact implies retaining completeness and original condition: a package delivered intact. Perfect emphasizes not only completeness but also high quality and absence of defects or blemishes: a perfect diamond.

Example Sentences

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Such information could be assembled by China “to complete a big puzzle,” said Lin Ying-yu, a security expert who teaches at Taiwan’s Tamkang University.

From The Wall Street Journal

On a cold, snowy and windy night at Soldier Field, Stafford completed only 20 of 42 passes for 258 yards, with no touchdowns.

From Los Angeles Times

The county appointed a judge to conduct an extra level of vetting of the firm’s cases, which must be completed before any money goes out the door.

From Los Angeles Times

Harvey Barnes then fired in the third on 65 minutes, and Newcastle are in the top eight before completing the league phase away to reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain next week.

From Barron's

“I have complete belief, conviction,” the coach said in November 2023.

From Los Angeles Times