make short work of
Example Sentences
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Both Volzhanin and Eira signed on at a time when many international observers expected the Russian Federation possessed the military might to make short work of any Ukrainian defense.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 8, 2022
England should still win, because they are - excuse me - a damn fine football team, and they usually make short work of World Cup qualification.
From The Guardian ● Mar. 28, 2021
The Chicago Cubs seemed determined to make short work of Rich Hill, the long-in-the-tooth left-hander who is the oldest active pitcher in the major leagues, on Friday night.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 15, 2019
While the more consistent and mature Monfils should make short work of this one, it’s unlikely to end without at least a few moments of magic.
From New York Times ● Aug. 31, 2016
Dany watched an elephant make short work of a pack of six red wolves.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
