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culminate

CEFR: C1

To reach a climax, final decisive point, or ultimate artistic conclusion after an extended period of gradual development.

Synonyms

climax
terminate
conclude

Common Collocations

culminate in success
culminate in disaster
culminating event

Example Sentence

Years of experimental physical theatre research culminated in the establishment of the International School of Mime.

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