finalizes

verb

Definition of finalizesnext
present tense third-person singular of finalize
1
as in completes
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done we're still finalizing our travel plans but hope to have them done by the end of the week

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2
as in approves
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory the bank won't finalize the loan before Tuesday because of the holiday

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  1. approves
  2. finishes
  3. confirms
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  • Like Larry Clark, Baker approves taboo and mistakes outrage for rebellion.
    Armond White, National Review, 18 Oct. 2024
  • Check your neighborhood spots Each year, the city approves dozens of street closures for trick-or-treating (there were more than 120 last year).
    Melissa Santos, Axios, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of approves
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  • The book finishes up with game mehcanics for some of the famous residents of Night Vale that can be used as allies, rivals or enemies in the stories told by the game.
    Rob Wieland, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The entire tour began in Santiago de Compostela, Spain this May and finishes May 30th 2025 in Mumbai.
    Eric Fuller, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of finishes
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  • If so, this further culmination of the project, as a filmed show, confirms her unfiltered take can be not just interesting in a conceptual realm but a real, visceral kick in the pants.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Oct. 2024
  • The couple is expecting their third child together in Spring 2025, a rep for Jason confirms to PEOPLE exclusively.
    Alexandra Schonfeld, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of confirms
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