1
as in ending
the last part of a process or action
the signing of the contract marked the consummation of six months of negotiations
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as in realization
the state of being actual or complete
the opening of the performing arts center brought to consummation years of planning
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Recent Examples of consummation
The end of the encounter would be the literal consummation of the couple’s mind games: Romy would orgasm.
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Alex Barasch, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
In his book, In Search of a Better World: A Human Rights Odyssey, Akhavan describes the establishment of the ICC as the consummation of the idea of justice propounded at Nuremberg.
—Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 27 Nov. 2024
Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one right to receive one-fourth of a Class A ordinary share upon the consummation of an initial business combination.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
The agreement with state regulators likely delays the possible consummation of the deal until at least October as the Colorado trial is scheduled to begin on Sept. 30.
—Alexander Coolidge, The Enquirer, 25 July 2024
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Alex Barasch, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
In his book, In Search of a Better World: A Human Rights Odyssey, Akhavan describes the establishment of the ICC as the consummation of the idea of justice propounded at Nuremberg.
—Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 27 Nov. 2024
Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one right to receive one-fourth of a Class A ordinary share upon the consummation of an initial business combination.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
The agreement with state regulators likely delays the possible consummation of the deal until at least October as the Colorado trial is scheduled to begin on Sept. 30.
—Alexander Coolidge, The Enquirer, 25 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consummation
Noun
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There could be sudden news or an ending around health or employment matters, too.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
9 Mar. 2025
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Even Clayton, though, is defeated by the story’s sensational and highly symbolic ending, which defeats all attempts to shoot it straightforwardly.—
Constance Grady,
Vox,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Mercury-Pluto sextile on March 5: A realization about self-worth.—
Colin Bedell,
Them,
28 Feb. 2025
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That realization led to Elizée, a brand merging luxurious Italian craftsmanship with cutting-edge comfort technology, designed for women who refuse to choose between style and practicality.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Early on, Clement telegraphs his conclusion in his discussion of what Rule 48(a) does and doesn't permit a judge to do.—
Michael Rothfeld,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2025
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O’Neill has spent a quarter of his life getting to that conclusion.—
TIME,
TIME,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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By granting autonomy and ownership over tasks, employees can better manage stress and enhance their sense of accomplishment and contentment.—
Wayne Yu,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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President Trump, in his 2025 address to the joint session of Congress, on March 4, 2025, sought to highlight the accomplishments of the opening weeks of his second administration.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2025
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To that end, the Tokyo itinerary includes exhibitions against the Hanshin Tigers and Yomiuri Giants, an event hosted by Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts and a welcome party organized by Imanaga and Suzuki.—
Patrick Mooney,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
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Regardless of its strategy, at the end, what truly ensures the success of company acquisitions is how well a company is able to integrate those businesses.—
Raj Sharma,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The meeting was the culmination of a monthslong battle over the fate of the charter schools, which were originally slated for closure last October.—
Ikram Mohamed,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Mar. 2025
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Trump’s attacks on America’s public land management agencies are simply the culmination of a decades-long political assault on the ability of federal land managers to properly care for the land sustainably.—
TIME,
TIME,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This esteemed award honors the Monegasque chef’s culinary achievements over an illustrious career.—
Spencer Whaley,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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The 18th annual Women in Film Oscars party celebrated the achievements of the 65 women nominated at the 97th annual awards.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
1 Mar. 2025
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Considering their success at home against ranked opponents, Dickinson believes that playing at Allen Fieldhouse in the regular season finale will be an advantage for the Jayhawks.—
DJ Siddiqi,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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So many loose threads with Colton were tied up in this finale.—
Megan Vick,
Variety,
8 Mar. 2025
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“Consummation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consummation. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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