Finalizing
/ˈfaɪnəlaɪzɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v.) The act of completing and making a legal document, agreement, or transaction official and binding.
The parties are finalizing the contract before the deadline.
Forms
- finalize
- finalized
- finalizes
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'finalizing' typically refers to the conclusive steps taken to render documents or agreements legally effective.
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