Synonyms for
Finalized
Definition
To make something complete, finished, or ready for use.
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Literary
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Common collocations
- finalized the plans
- finalized the agreement
- finalized the report
- finalized the details
- finalized the process
- finalized the contract
- finalized the deal
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Usage note
Often used in business and administrative contexts. While 'finalize' is widely accepted, some prefer 'complete' or 'conclude' for more formal writing.
Example sentences
- I finalized my college applications last week.
- The CEO finalized the merger with a competitor.
- I need to finalize the details of our vacation before booking anything.
- The team worked hard to finalize the project before the deadline.
- The government is working to finalize a new policy on climate change.
Quotes
The finalizing of a thing is often of more importance than the thing itself. - Marcus Aurelius
Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away. - Antoine de Saint-Exupery
It's not over until it's over. - Yogi Berra