finish off
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Playing with variety and spin, Chwalinska can lob, drop shot and moonball her opponents to distraction, but she can also hit with pace to finish off points quickly.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
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
The Lakers mount a late rally after falling behind by 13 points early in the fourth quarter but could not finish off the Rockets, who host Game 6 on Friday.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
“This has been going on for a long long time now. It’s up to you. Don’t let them stop you. Don’t let them finish off this world.”
From "Ceremony:" by Leslie Marmon Silko
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