serve out
Example Sentences
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Once again, the Briton failed to serve out the set and she eventually grabbed the win - after two hours and 10 minutes - by breaking Urhobo's serve for a sixth time.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
If he does not return — and cannot serve out his new four-year contract — board members would select a superintendent.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
Miran was appointed to serve out the remainder of a term ending this year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Whoever wins the seat will serve out the rest of Greene's term, which ends in January, but they must begin campaigning again immediately to win their own full term in Congress in the midterms.
From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026
I figure if I keep my head down, maybe I can serve out the balance of my life sentence in relative peace.
From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson
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