Commence and Wrap up

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Commence verb - To take the first step in (a process or course of action).

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Wrap up is an antonym for commence.

Nearby Words: commencement, commencing

Wrap up verb - To bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point.

Usage example: a grand parade will wrap up the weeklong celebration

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Commence is an antonym for wrap up in finish topic.

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