loose end
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loose end
noun
plural
loose ends
loose end
noun
plural
loose ends
Britannica Dictionary definition of LOOSE END
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a part of something (such as a job or story) that has not been completed
— usually plural
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We still have one more loose end to deal with before we're finished with the project.
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The project is almost complete, but we still have a few loose ends to tie up.
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All the story's loose ends were wrapped up as the novel ended.
at loose ends
(US) or British at a loose end
:
not knowing what to do
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not having anything in particular to do
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With everyone on vacation she was at loose ends.
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Drop by if you find yourself at loose ends this weekend.
