capping
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of capping
Example Sentences
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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
Legal experts say the latest ruling is different, functionally outlawing cash bail in most cases, and strictly capping the amount in others.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
As well as capping ground rents, the government's draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill, which is being scrutinised by the committee before it is introduced to Parliament, would ban the sale of new leasehold flats.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
She pours the jelly into hot jars, capping them with paraffin wax.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
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