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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.

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“A large bedroom and full bathroom complete this gorgeous Greenwich Village retreat,” the listing adds.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 28, 2026

Extreme fraternity and sorority pledging often hinges on a harsh power dynamic: Aspiring members must complete whatever tasks the recruitment leaders assign them—and are punished if they refuse.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2026

"There needs to be a complete, full investigation. We need to know what went wrong, who was responsible, people who are responsible, held to account, and reforms enacted," he told AFP.

From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026

“I don’t know if it was a complete blowout, but really unfortunate,” manager Dave Roberts said after the Dodgers’ 4-3 win against the San Francisco Giants.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026

I would complete my bond and get my money no matter what I had to go through!

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo

A poster from the Gold Over America Tour, which Biles launched in September 2021 following the Tokyo Olympics, completes the trio of framed achievements.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 28, 2026

And if the Senegal international agrees personal terms and completes the switch to Villa his arrival is likely to trigger England international Ollie Watkins' move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

After the formal rule-making process completes, most likely in September, Californians will have up to five years to comply.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026

The ruling "completes an exemplary democratic debate", the Elysee Palace said, adding that the legislation "provides an essential safeguard for our fellow citizens".

From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026

The earth also completes one full rotation every 23 hours, 56 minutes, and 4.09 seconds, and has an axial tilt of 23.4 degrees.

From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson

Work on their Texas property was finally completed in November, although Biles and Owens didn’t officially move in until February, after packing up their Chicago residence following the end of the Bears’ season.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 28, 2026

But Lamar Jackson then completed a 27-yard pass down the middle to get the Ravens within field-goal range and Tyler Loop made a 56-yard kick as time expired to win the game 34-31.

From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026

Jayden Maiava, meanwhile, had 326 yards and two touchdowns, but completed just 23 of 42 passes.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026

Its presence suggests that Lady 56 may have completed one of medieval Europe's most famous pilgrimages, traveling thousands of kilometers across the continent to the western edge of Christian Europe before eventually returning home.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 27, 2026

Once we’d made it through the narrow tunnel at Camden Street Station, we had to wait for maintenance work to be completed on the train bound for Washington.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan

It barred the Order from completing the route that year and has consistently rejected subsequent applications.

From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026

Through his first three games for Miami, Mensah is completing 89.9% of his passes—the best rate in the country by more than five percentage points.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 23, 2026

There are many hurdles, however, to consistently completing and proving the 80 hours of work per month needed, the researchers said.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 22, 2026

The Boilermakers had 488 total yards, with Ryan Browne completing 19 of 30 passes for 378 yards, with three touchdowns and an interception.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2026

My reply was so unexpected, that Mr. Jaggers put the handkerchief back into his pocket without completing the usual performance, folded his arms, and looked with stern attention at me, though with an immovable face.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens




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