tie up loose ends
Example Sentences
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He returned to New York to tie up loose ends and attended synagogue during the fast of Tisha B’Av, when Jews mourn the destruction of the ancient temple in Jerusalem.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
The Wall Street Journal reported that the second grand jury appeared to be an "effort to tie up loose ends."
From Salon ● Jun. 6, 2023
On Monday, the committee will meet in person to tie up loose ends, and a final report is expected to be released to the public shortly thereafter.
From Slate ● Dec. 18, 2022
The oddly named phenomenon forces traders to tie up loose ends in contracts they hold.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 12, 2022
But first I have to tie up loose ends.
From "Paper Towns" by John Green
