finishes

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "finishes" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used as a verb to indicate the completion of an action or task. Example: "She finishes her homework before dinner every night."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

"I'm struggling to find a decent stats site, any variation of googling throws up gambling sites, which I need to steer clear of... ...... Eberhard Spohd has the following for what happens if every match finishes 0-0.

The Guardian - Sport

Early starts and late finishes ensued, as I set about restructuring the company.

The Guardian

The parties are going to meet and are going to take the right decisions so that the league finishes on the set date".

The Guardian - Sport

I was going: 'Who are they?'" Sherwood breaks into laughter as he finishes a story he is telling for good reason.

The Guardian - Sport

He finishes it with a gun to his head.

The Guardian - Film

Hall was among four second-places finishes for the Greens.

The Guardian

The drama is completely destroyed in an instant though as she shouts out her management company literally a second after she finishes.

The Guardian - Music

He made his F1 debut in 1984 with Toleman and, after moving to Lotus, secured two fourth-placed championship finishes and then third spot in 1987.

The Guardian - Sport

I wait for sentences that he never finishes.

The Guardian - Lifestyle

We're only putting the dishwasher on when it's really full, and I'm switching it off – we realised that when it finishes its cycle it doesn't switch off, so before it was constantly on!

The Guardian

The narrow but hugely extended gulch that snakes down from the lifeless upper reaches of Lascar and finishes in the Atacama desert is a thin vein of life where many creatures find sanctuary.

The Guardian - Travel

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When describing a process, consider using synonyms like "completes" or "concludes" for variety and to avoid repetition.

Common error

Avoid mixing past and present tenses when using "finishes". Ensure the tense aligns with the subject and context of the sentence. For example, don't say 'He finished and then finishes another task'.

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of "finishes" is as a third-person singular present tense verb. Ludwig AI confirms that it indicates the completion of an action or task by a singular subject in the present.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

75%

Formal & Business

15%

Science

10%

Less common in

Encyclopedias

0%

Wiki

0%

Reference

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the word "finishes" is a very common and grammatically correct term used to describe the completion or termination of an action. Ludwig AI confirms that it is mainly used in the news and media but also appears in formal and business contexts. To avoid repetition, synonyms such as "completes", "concludes", and "ends" can be used. Remember to maintain consistency in verb tense and context when using "finishes".

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

completes

Indicates the action is brought to a successful end, similar to "finishes".

ends

A simpler and more direct synonym for "finishes", suitable for less formal contexts.

concludes

Replaces "finishes" with a more formal term implying a definitive end.

terminates

Suggests a more abrupt or forceful ending than "finishes".

ceases

Indicates a stopping or discontinuation, somewhat more formal than "finishes".

wraps up

Implies a neat and tidy conclusion, often used in project management contexts.

comes to an end

Emphasizes the finality of the completion, similar to "finishes".

culminates

Suggests the ending is a high point or climax of a process.

is over

A simple statement of completion, often used in informal settings.

draws to a close

A more descriptive and gradual way of saying something is finishing.

FAQs

How can I use "finishes" in a sentence?

"Finishes" is the third-person singular present tense form of the verb "finish". You can use it to describe when someone or something completes an action, such as "She "finishes her work" early every day".

What are some alternatives to using "finishes"?

Depending on the context, you can use synonyms like "completes", "concludes", or "ends" instead of "finishes".

Is it correct to say "finishes up" instead of "finishes"?

"Finishes up" is an informal way of saying "finishes". While acceptable in casual conversation, "finishes" alone is often more appropriate in formal writing.

What's the difference between "finishes" and "is finished"?

"Finishes" is an active verb, indicating that someone or something is completing an action. "Is finished" is a passive construction, indicating that something has been completed. For example, "She finishes the report" versus "The report "is finished" by her".