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Definitions

wind up

VERB
finish
Synonyms
STRONGEST
close complete conclude do end up finish up settle wrap up
WEAK
be through with bring to a close clean up close down come to the end determine end finalize halt liquidate terminate tie up loose ends
Antonyms
STRONGEST
begin introduce neglect start unsettle
WEAK
commence open
NOUN
conclusion
Synonyms
STRONG
breakup closing conclusion consummation denouement finale finish stopping point terminus windup

Example Sentences

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Stocks with a particular pattern of implied volatility heading into earnings could wind up surprising the market.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

At this point, it’s not even certain who will wind up favored.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

Either of the 6-1 co-second choices, Commandment or Further Ado, could wind up being favored at post time.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

All are dissatisfied and all wind up involved with unions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

“Thanks for your support in there,” I tell Tim, the kid who was doing the piff-piff magic stuff, when we wind up next to each other in the packed hall between classes.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein