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
Following Graham's death, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has the power to appoint a temporary replacement to serve out the remainder of Graham's term, which ends in January.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
He followed one double fault with a 129mph ace and used his serve out wide to great effect against Brooksby, but 27 unforced errors showed there is still work to be done.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
Miran was appointed to serve out the remainder of a term ending this year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 30, 2026
Once Gat said, “I miss the way she’d stand at the foot of the table and serve out dessert, don’t you? It was so Tipper.”
From "We Were Liars" by E. Lockhart
