The term FINISHES (UP) can be broken down into four crossword solutions: ENDS (4 letters), SEWS (4 letters), USES (4 letters), and CAPSOFF (7 letters). ENDS is a verb meaning to bring something to a close or to terminate. SEWS is a verb meaning to join two pieces of fabric together using a needle and thread. USES is a verb meaning to put something to a particular purpose or to employ something for a specific purpose. Finally, CAPSOFF is an idiom meaning to finish something completely or to bring something to a successful conclusion.