snuff out

Example Sentences

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The Netherlands forward was impressive and scored the winner from the spot after David Hancko's header made it 2-2 in the 75th minute to snuff out any lingering hopes of an unlikely comeback.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Up stepped Curran again, bowling a masterful 19th over to snuff out Italian hopes.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

His strictly regulated factory model brooks no challenges from his workers, and he employs an enormous security force to snuff out the merest whisper of pro-union sentiment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner are taking legal action to snuff out accusations that they are the subjects of a federal criminal racketeering investigation — claims publicized by the former’s ex-boyfriend Ray J.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 2, 2025

It took only a few gruff words from our landlady to snuff out that candle of joy shining within me.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan