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
LeBron James, in possibly his last game with the Lakers, has 24 points and 12 rebounds, Austin Reaves scores 27, but Oklahoma City rallies late to finish off the series.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
But the Gunners lacked the control and ruthlessness to finish off a Wolves side that had lost their nine previous meetings and are heading for the Championship.
From BBC • Feb. 18, 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
For a second Mark panicked, thinking the Toad had somehow broken free and hurt Alec, gone completely insane, and was coming back to finish off the others.
From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner
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