Kickoff and Windup

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Kickoff noun - The point at which something begins.

Usage example: a political cycle in which an election marks not only the end of one campaign but also the kickoff for the next one

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Windup is an antonym for kickoff.

Windup noun - The last part of a process or action.

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Kickoff is an antonym for windup.

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