finish
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"Developers find it difficult to pay suppliers and finish the projects before even selling or renting out the units," Ng told AFP.
From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026
Rodri: Outstanding performance by the Spain captain as France were suffocated and La Roja's midfield dominated their opponents from start to finish.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
Ellison’s proposed merger has been moving closer to the finish line after securing approvals from the U.S.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
That is, if he can’t finish the job.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
He’s shaking his head vehemently before I even finish that sentence.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
He added bespoke Poliform fixtures and finishes as well as indoor LED lighting.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 14, 2026
Nneka Ogwumike finishes with 25 points and 12 rebounds as the Sparks showcase their potential even without Kelsey Plum and Cameron Brink in a 102-87 win.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2026
Whoever finishes on top will have earned it in a way that feels historic.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
The buttery, milder fish compliments the tang of the tomatoes and the bright balsamic dressing that finishes the salad.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
My mom doesn’t say anything when my dad finally finishes talking.
From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya
Economic development too often begins with the finished product: the data center, corporate headquarters or major development.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
The cost of partly finished goods and raw materials, however, both fell in June, perhaps a sign that wholesale inflation might continue to ease.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 15, 2026
When a reporter in the room asked Zelenskyy why he wasn’t wearing a suit, he said he would wear one when the war was finished.
From Salon ● Jul. 15, 2026
"But once it is built and finished, with the interior completed and the lights installed, it will look even more beautiful at night," the worker added.
From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026
He’s made it very, very clear he’s finished with our friendship.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
Construction on the Tianjin skyscraper resumed in April 2025, with state media saying in March that workers were installing a diamond-shaped crown -- what appeared to be the project's finishing touches.
From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026
Despite the broader market enthusiasm, the Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged behind, finishing the day virtually flat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
The 23-year-old thought it would help his career prospects after finishing his degree in biology and bio-technology.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
Veteran guard Ariel Atkins, who was shipped out of Chicago in the Jackson deal, had her best game with the Sparks, finishing with a season-high 17 points.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 11, 2026
“Dr. Spires is just finishing up with a furry patient,” the voice said, drowning in syrupy-sweet kindness.
From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas
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