conclude

Definition

To end; to come to an end.

Etymology

From Middle English concluden, borrowed from Latin conclūdere (“to shut up, close, end”).

Example Sentences

• "The story concluded with a moral."
• "He inveighed against the folly of making oneself liable for the debts of others; vented many bitter execrations against the brother; and concluded with wishing something could be done for the unfortunate family."
• "I will conclude this part with the speech of a counsellor of state."

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