finish
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Stocks still drifted a bit higher into record territory into late October, but after that the Nasdaq didn’t score another record finish until April 15, according to Dow Jones Market Data.
From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026
Given how they tease and finish each other’s sentences, it sure feels that way.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
With their final match against Uzbekistan back in the US in Atlanta, supporters will be hoping the side can finish second in the group to secure a last-32 tie in Toronto, Canada.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
Telling people to finish school, take care of their children and obey the law is excellent advice, but he argued that more is needed.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
My team is very slow, much slower than most other teams and I realize on this day that I will be very lucky to finish the race, let alone do well.
From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen
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