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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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Think of him as a large language model trained on the complete works of the Isley Brothers and James Brown, Earth, Wind & Fire and Lionel Richie and New Edition, among many other pathbreakers.

From Los Angeles Times ● 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 have been helicoptered out of the districts of Manang and Mustang, from a hiking circuit that usually takes up to three weeks to complete.

From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026

“Just complete classlessness from Chad Bryant, the owner, and his team to wait on Corey,” Hamlin said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026

Because the last thing a detective should do is make a complete spectacle of herself.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan

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

Wrath of The Gods completes Robin Hardy's Wicker trilogy and is dedicated to Justin's mother Caroline, who was a secret uncredited executive producer on the original 1973 film.

From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2026

After the formal rule-making process completes, most likely in September, Californians will have up to five years to comply.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026

When Mexico adds value to a Texas-made component and sends it back to the U.S., it completes a production cycle that makes American workers better off.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026

It screeches and shudders from lack of use until it finally completes its noisy path.

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson

Global volumes are up by almost $1 trillion compared with 2025, despite fewer deals being completed.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

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

He said the district also must scrutinize its own spending, including ensuring “major construction and capital projects are completed responsibly.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

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

From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026

“All work needs to be completed in five minutes.”

From "City Spies" by James Ponti

In 2024, crews finished demolishing four dams on the Klamath River, completing the largest dam removal effort in U.S. history.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

That new renaissance is now increasingly connected to agentic software – or programs capable of automatically completing tasks like managing calendars, booking reservations and sorting through email.

From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026

With every snap he took, he showed how different he was from the inconsistent hotshot he’d once been, completing 19 of 25 passes and leading Oregon on six scoring drives.

From The Wall Street Journal ● 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

“No. It’s from…” Without completing my thought, I grab the bottle of mineral spirits and start fumbling with the cap.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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