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
More misses on her forehand gifted Muchova a double-break lead and the Czech kept her level consistently high to serve out the first set with an ace.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 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
Paul was transferred back to the regular part of the jail to serve out her sentence.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
