clean finish
Neat final result
A clean finish is a completed edge or surface that requires no further work—smooth, neat, and ready for use or display.
In sewing, a clean finish prevents fraying without visible stitching.
In woodworking or metalwork, it means no rough spots or tool marks remain.
The phrase extends to any task completed thoroughly: She wanted a clean finish to the project before moving on.
- polishedSmooth, refined, accomplished
- smoothWithout roughness or difficulty
- flawlessEntirely without fault
- sleekSmooth and elegant
- crispFirm and breakable
high polish · pristine · spotless · refined · seamless · glossy · immaculate · like new · neat · sharp · cutting edge · tidy · buffed · slick · perfect · varnish · lacquer · sanded
clean finishloose ends
Unresolved matters needing attention
unfinished business · ambiguous ending · trailing off · petering out · fizzling out
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