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draw toward closure
[/drɔ təˈwɔrd ˈkloʊʒər/]
verb phrase
aproximar-se do encerramento
1.
to move progressively toward the end or conclusion of something
The negotiations draw toward closure as both parties agree on the final terms.
As negociações aproximam-se do encerramento conforme ambas as partes concordam com os termos finais.
2.
to progress toward finalizing or completing a matter
The project draws toward closure after months of hard work.
O projeto aproxima-se do encerramento após meses de trabalho árduo.
Synonyms
approach completion
near the end
move toward finalization
come to a close
Antonyms
begin anew
start over
reopens
extend indefinitely
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
aproximar-se do encerramento
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
chegar perto do fechamento
common business/professional context
Portugal
aproximar-se da conclusão
formal and academic usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
wrap things up
bring to a close
call it a day
put a lid on it
reach the finish line
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