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culminating

[kuhl-muh-ney-ting] / ˈkʌl məˌneɪ tɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
climactic
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Late-night host Conan O’Brien also amplified the persona through recurring skits, culminating in the comedic appearance by Norris himself on O’Brien’s show.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

In recent years, Jin increasingly took his ministry online, reaching more people while drawing intensifying scrutiny from authorities, culminating in his arrest.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Since 1998 he has been on seven-album journey dedicated to the memory of his father culminating in his latest album - the seventh of seven - The Wake.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

A Hollywood ceremony set to feature music from "KPop Demon Hunters" and Conan O'Brien as host will feature several nail-biting reveals, culminating in the announcement of the year's best film, which remains anyone's guess.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

I thought it must be some kind of culminating prank, the senior class leaving Devon with a flourish.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles