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culminating

[kuhl-muh-ney-ting] / ˈkʌl məˌneɪ tɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
climactic
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It rounded off a marathon qualification process that began in September 2023 and spanned six confederations before culminating in the high‑stakes Uefa and intercontinental play‑offs on 31 March.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 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

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

After tariffs landed early last year, Conroy said business didn’t get better for Ross until later in the year, culminating with a strong holiday season.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026

The union planned a culminating interracial parade for July 6.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield