serve out
Example Sentences
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Two weeks ago, when I last reported on the situation in South Carolina, Graham’s sister, Darline, had agreed to serve out her brother’s term—without any notion, I’m reliably told, of running for the seat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
"I believe elected mayors should serve out their terms before they're eligible to stand for parliament," was another point raised by Count Binface.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2026
There was more tension when Andreeva was unable to serve out victory at the first attempt, but she recovered to take her first championship point on Chwalinska's serve with a backhand winner.
From BBC ● Jun. 6, 2026
Miran was appointed to serve out the remainder of a term ending this year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 30, 2026
“It wouldn’t be fair to Mario. I’ll just have to serve out the time.”
From "The Cricket in Times Square" by George Selden
