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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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For more information, contact your county elections office; a complete list of contact information for each county office can be found here.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

The Indian authorities claim Johal is a member of the KLF and that "he actively participated and had complete knowledge of the conspiracy".

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

What he soon realized was that a tree thought to be in decent shape a year ago, was actually completely hollow and “on the edge of complete failure.”

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 1, 2026

Many students struggle to afford basic needs like housing and food, making it difficult to complete their education.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

When his list was complete, he should begin pointing to each number in turn.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

CNN Chairman and Chief Executive Mark Thompson could remain in his role at the news network after Paramount completes its deal to acquire the news network’s parent company, Warner Bros.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

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

A French security source told AFP the agency would keep using the software in the meantime, since it cannot afford operational disruptions while ChapsVision's tool completes development.

From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026

And if the Senegal international agrees personal terms and completes the switch to Villa his arrival is likely to trigger England international Ollie Watkins' move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

If the kid completes the plan and meets the benchmarks, no criminal charges are ever filed.

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater

During the same visit, each person completed a fourth set of three measurements while their arm was supported on a desk.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 1, 2026

In her career, she has completed 87 jury trials, including 23 for homicide, and conducted more than 1,500 preliminary hearings.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

The Fiscal Alliance Foundation is out with an in-depth study about Project Beacon, a proposal to expand the capacity of the Algonquin Gas Transmission pipeline, which could be completed by 2030.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026

Many believe that treating the patient before the ritual is completed could cause death.

From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026

My thoughts reeled back to that afternoon in Hollywoodland with Russell, how sunlight had streamed in through the windows of Irene’s nearly completed house.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu

With 1,884 yards, 18 touchdowns and only one interception while completing 75% of his passes this season, Orange High’s junior quarterback has rarely faltered when dropping back.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026

The 28-year-old put his hands on his head in disbelief as he crossed the line 13 seconds clear of the chasing pack, completing the gruelling 273.4km course in six hours and 17 minutes.

From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026

It barred the Order from completing the route that year and has consistently rejected subsequent applications.

From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026

Before completing their new “Big Three” with Kessler, the Lakers needed to bring Reaves back.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026

Kamehameha thereupon prepared invasions of the last independent Hawaiian island, Kauai, whose chief finally reached a negotiated settlement with him, completing the archipelago’s unification.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond




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