wire

At the very end of a process or project, especially one with a fast-approaching deadline.

Of communications, information, data, or signals electronically transmitted from one location to another.

To create a situation that will encourage the target of a criminal probe to speak and divulge information on a wiretapped telephone.

Across the finish line.

To act with vigour.

To separate or close off by installing a wire barricade or fence, as around the perimeter.

The rumour or news going around on the internet, in business, on the street, or in social circles.