The term 'COMING TO AN END' can be expressed in two words with five and nine letters respectively: DYING and WINDINGUP. DYING is a verb that means to pass away, cease to exist, or gradually weaken. WINDINGUP is a verb that means to bring something to an end, usually by completing the necessary steps. Both terms refer to the process of something coming to an end, whether it be a life, a project, or a relationship.