finish off
Example Sentences
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They were once notable for an ability to finish off the opposition.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
With a chance to finish off the Rockets in Game 4 on Sunday at the Toyota Center, James had almost as many turnovers as points: eight and 10, respectively.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
But Price's game just deserted him in the end when just one more double would have seen him finish off an otherwise dominant display.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
To finish off the room, on the primary wall of the bedroom, a Japanese-inspired vintage panel from Tolles’ own collection is framed as a piece of art.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026
A pot of tea and an assortment of cakes sat on the bottom layer of the basket, to finish off the dinner.
From "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon" by Grace Lin
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