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Which phrase means something is complete?

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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But she fell into an uncharacteristic silence after the screenshots were published on Thursday, broken only by a brief comment of "I have complete confidence in Jordan" to La Tribune Dimanche newspaper this weekend.

From Barron's ● Oct. 4, 2026

“Investigations are continuing to establish the full circumstances, motives, and any links related to the incident, as well as to complete technical examinations and analysis of physical and digital evidence,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 3, 2026

The truth is that he's both, a tempo-setter when dropping deep, a dangerous passer when moving forward, a complete footballer at the peak of his powers.

From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026

The guitar took several months to complete and was built entirely by hand.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2026

The higher the break in the spinal cord, the more complete the paralysis.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman

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

Having sales associates offer personal styling services completes the illusion of shopping in a far more upscale store.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026

Wrath of The Gods completes Robin Hardy's Wicker trilogy and is dedicated to Justin's mother Caroline, who was a secret uncredited executive producer on the original 1973 film.

From BBC ● Aug. 23, 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

It completes the set of six and creates a perfect half-moon curve.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton

Reaching the chequered flag was at least something for Cadillac, but 19th completed another difficult weekend.

From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026

Kotlikoff said in the video the school supported the decision to reopen the criminal investigation, but added that Cornell "will not wait for the investigation or the review to be completed before we act."

From Barron's ● Oct. 4, 2026

“One day we were just acquired,” Scott Frankland, owner of a Bronx Midas franchise, said of the Mavis acquisition, completed last June.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 3, 2026

Because the volunteers had also completed cognitive testing over time, the researchers were able to compare ImP levels with changes in thinking and memory.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 3, 2026

You might not have known what was happening by observing life at the Greenbrier, which continued to be upgraded and whose renovation was completed during the 1930s.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson

In September, the group raised output by about 188,000 barrels a day, completing the phased unwinding of 1.65 million barrels a day in voluntary supply cuts agreed in 2023.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026

The 28-year-old is bidding for her first title since completing the 'Sunshine Double' in March, when she won Indian Wells and the Miami Open back-to-back.

From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026

In 2024, crews finished demolishing four dams on the Klamath River, completing the largest dam removal effort in U.S. history.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

That new renaissance is now increasingly connected to agentic software – or programs capable of automatically completing tasks like managing calendars, booking reservations and sorting through email.

From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026

“I see... Well, actually, I’m blind, so I don’t see. Have you come to kill me, then? If so, good luck completing your quest.”

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan




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