Definitions

end up

VERB

become eventually

Synonyms

STRONGEST

become come to be eventually be finish as play out turn out to be

STRONG

develop into evolve grow into

WEAK

wind up

VERB

to reach or arrive at

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arrive at come to reach wind up at

Antonyms

WEAK

begin commence start

Example Sentences

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AI managed four correct scores and no exact results, to end up on 40 points, but was able to celebrate its overall triumph.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Because I couldn’t sing, otherwise, you end up being a pop star, Prince, Michael Jackson and Stevie and all that.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

"I'm about to start a new job, and I'm scared war might break out again -- that I'll end up leaving the job like before, running off to another city out of fear," she said.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

And using the CBP Home app doesn’t ensure someone won’t end up being deported.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

“No matter where you end up, I’ll still be your friend.”

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila

end up

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