polish off
The phrase "polish off" is commonly used to describe quickly finishing something, whether it's a task, a meal, or an opponent.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)To finish or complete something quickly and efficiently.
Example
- He polished off his homework in less than an hour.
- They polished off the project ahead of schedule.
B2Food and Drink
(informal)To consume food or drink completely.
Example
- She polished off the entire pizza by herself.
- They polished off the last bottle of wine.
C1Sports and Competition
(informal)To defeat or eliminate an opponent decisively.
Example
- The team polished off their rivals with a score of 5-0.
- He polished off his opponent in the first round.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "polish off":
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