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culminating

[kuhl-muh-ney-ting] / ˈkʌl məˌneɪ tɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
climactic
Synonyms


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The result is that profit margin estimates have crept higher, all culminating in the explosion of earnings projections.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

And so Robinson and England were once again set on convergent paths, culminating in his comeback for the ages on day one of the first Test against New Zealand.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The World Cup is fast approaching, and bigger than ever, with 104 matches spread over 16 North American cities across 39 days — all culminating in New Jersey.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

Come May 16, their pieces will be catwalk-ready, culminating in a full-production fashion show on campus.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

It had been a hectic week, culminating in that weird scene at the emergency room.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen




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