capping
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of capping
Example Sentences
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Fiechter insists capping the population is all about protecting a way of life.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
That one also ended in brilliant fashion, with the stylish French team capping their glorious run with a 4-2 victory over Croatia’s gritty, gutty band of outsiders.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
Los Angeles City Councilmember Nithya Raman surged past reality television personality Spencer Pratt in the city’s mayoral primary election Sunday, capping off a five-day turnaround after she fell behind Pratt on election night.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
The detailed results of the talks capping months of negotiations will be unveiled at a Friday afternoon press conference.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
But the infuriated Strauss dismissed Lawrence’s plea of illness and delivered a vicious tongue-lashing, capping it bluntly with an accusation of cowardice.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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