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noun

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verb

present participle of expire
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as in exhaling
to let or force out of the lungs he vows to hold on to that belief until he expires his last breath

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Recent Examples of expiring
Verb
This deal removes the largest expiring contract the Lakers could use in any future trade. John Hollinger, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024 Similarly, the copyright is expiring only on the version of Popeye introduced in 1929. Ellen Wexler, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Dec. 2024 Still, the Cardinals will continue to monitor interest levels on both Fedde and Steven Matz, two pitchers on expiring deals. Will Sammon, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024 Russell’s expiring contract was a necessary piece in most of those trade constructions. Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 29 Dec. 2024 The result is a significant backlog, including those 13 expiring player contracts and those of Dyche and Thelwell. Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024 The Athletic has previously reported Villa hold an interest in Lille forward Jonathan David, whose contract is expiring at the end of the campaign. Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024 Jonny Evans and Tom Heaton are also on expiring deals. Mark Critchley, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024 United’s need for wing-backs and Alphonso Davies’ expiring contract has led to the Bayern Munich left-back being linked with Old Trafford in recent months, but even if joining as a free agent in the summer, his level of salary would likely be an obstacle. James McNicholas, The Athletic, 25 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expiring
Noun
  • No one can be surprised that Republicans are hoping to exploit their Washington trifecta — the White House and majority control of the House and Senate — by implementing vast federal budget cuts in order to save their 2017 tax cuts from expiration.
    Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 15 Jan. 2025
  • The maximum potential reward is $657 if WDC is below $55 at expiration, with a maximum risk of $343 if WDC is above $65 at expiration.
    Tony Zhang, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Despite the hit, Wentz stayed in the game for four more plays to finish the drive, ending it with a touchdown pass to wide receiver Alshon Jeffery on fourth and goal.
    Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 4 Jan. 2025
  • After ending 2024 with successive Premier League defeats, Enzo Maresca’s side contrived to throw away a lead late on as Crystal Palace rallied to claim a draw at Selhurst Park.
    Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Estate Taxes The federal estate tax exclusion for decedents dying in 2025 will increase to $13,990,000 per person, or $27,980,000 per married couple.
    Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Two people were stabbed at a transit station in Queens, with one of them dying, and a woman was set on fire and died on a subway car in Brooklyn.
    Jack Birle, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Those affected may have chronic low back pain, stiffness, and radiating pain into the buttocks or legs, aggravated by activities that involve bending or lifting.
    Sarah Jividen, Health, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Beyond the dust of Liverpool’s dock road and the huge lorries rolling in and out of the city’s port, the glass panels of Everton’s new home at the Bramley-Moore Dock sparkle impressively, radiating ambition.
    Simon Hughes, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Here’s the trade structure: Buy: $250 call, Feb 7th expiry Sell: $255 call, Feb 7th expiry Cost: $250 Potential Profit: $250 This straightforward trade setup is designed to capitalize on MDB’s bullish momentum while maintaining a clear and limited risk profile.
    Nishant Pant, CNBC, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Ukraine's head of state made the comment in a Telegram post on January 1, the day after the expiry of an agreement with Russia through its energy firm Gazprom which means the fuel can no longer transit through the country to serve European customers.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The root system enters a state of rest, ceasing growth.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2025
  • With Stewart-Haas Racing ceasing operations at the end of 2024, Briscoe was among the drivers needing to find a new team.
    George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The Sacramento Kings have made a major organizational move after their fourth straight loss falling them to a 13-18 record.
    Evan Sidery, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
  • Shares gained more than 1% after closing the previous session as the worst performer in the S & P 500, falling around 4%.
    Sean Conlon, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Republicans often invoke Soros's name in campaign rhetoric, casting him as a symbol of elite liberal influence.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Speaking of voters, as one of the 50 AP voters, I am stressed about casting my ballot for league MVP this year.
    Dianna Russini, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025

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“Expiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expiring. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.

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