Beginning and Closing

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Beginning

Beginning noun - The point at which something begins.
Usage example: the actual beginning of the universe is still under debate, with some scientists continuing to uphold the big bang theory
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Antonyms for Beginning
Closing is an antonym for beginning in topics: start, end.
Nearby Words: begin, beginner

Closing

Closing adjective - Following all others of the same kind in order or time.
Usage example: the orchestra's closing piece is traditionally the national anthem
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Antonyms for Closing
Beginning is an antonym for closing in topics: end, opening.
Nearby Words: close, closed, closure, closer
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  • Disney / Disney On Ice A full retelling of a Disney Animated Canon or Pixar film, in which case other Disney/Pixar characters may appear at the beginning and closing of the show.
    Source: Disney / Disney On Ice
  • Literature / The Wishing Maiden Bookends: The beginning and closing rhyme follows the same structure.
    Source: Literature / The Wishing Maiden
  • Closing time / every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end...
    Source: Ear Worm / Music S to T
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