brought to a close
Example Sentences
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The landing brought to a close a mission that lasted more than five months aboard the International Space Station.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 16, 2026
The ruling brought to a close a criminal case involving an unusual post-trial plea agreement, which triggered the resignations of several prosecutors in May and ultimately saw the felony reduced to a misdemeanor.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2025
"However, it is with regret that discussions have now been brought to a close without a deal being agreed."
From BBC ● Feb. 15, 2023
Meanwhile, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he had raised the issue of Assange's release with U.S. officials, saying the matter should be brought to a close.
From Reuters ● Dec. 2, 2022
I cannot recall precisely what I said, but I remember showing Miss Kenton out of my pantry quite firmly and the episode was thus brought to a close.
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
