Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

loose ends

phrase
/luːs ɛndz/
Definition
Unresolved matters or unfinished tasks.
Examples
  • After finishing the report, I still had a few loose ends to tie up before the meeting.
  • The project was almost done, but there were some loose ends that needed attention.
Meaning
Loose ends refer to incomplete aspects of a situation that need to be addressed or finalized.
Synonyms
  • unresolved issues
  • unfinished business
  • remaining details