consummation
noun
con·sum·ma·tion
ˌkän-sə-ˈmā-shən 
1
: the act of consummating
the consummation of a contract by mutual signature
specifically
: the consummating of a marriage
2
: the ultimate end : finish
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Examples of consummation in a Sentence
the signing of the contract marked the consummation of six months of negotiations
the opening of the performing arts center brought to consummation years of planning
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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.
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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
Comcast appeared to pour cold water on the main impediment to consummation of the new agreements.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 July 2024
Exactly two minutes away (from the consummation meeting), according to Variety.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 20 June 2024
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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
Comcast appeared to pour cold water on the main impediment to consummation of the new agreements.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 July 2024
Exactly two minutes away (from the consummation meeting), according to Variety.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 20 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for consummation
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“Consummation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/consummation. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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