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culminating

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


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Jin’s refusal to back down despite intensifying pressure angered Beijing, culminating in his arrest.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 5, 2026

It is shaping up to be a huge weekend in New York, with July 4 celebrations culminating in a massive fireworks show, and World Cup action scheduled for July 5.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

That triggered an Israeli response, culminating in a ferocious campaign that felled much of Hezbollah’s leadership.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026

The largest and longest soccer jamboree will include 48 teams and 104 matches over 16 cities, culminating with the World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19.

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

Gilbert was an extremely successful and eminent physician, who held just about every office in the Royal College in turn, culminating in his election as President in 1599.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin




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