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Allergy season typically lasts until all pollen production is killed off by the first freeze of autumn.—Hali Smith
march 10, Idaho Statesman, 10 Mar. 2026 Trump, Scaramucci said, has been frustrated by his Israeli partners—who have killed off so many senior Iranian figures that Washington is running out of counterparts to negotiate with.—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 9 Mar. 2026 Rosemount goaltender Sam Clements made four crucial saves to not only kill off the final minute of a penalty but also keep it tied early in the third period.—Andrew Cornelius, Twin Cities, 5 Mar. 2026 Healthcare for all or just keep Republicans from killing off Obamacare?—Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for kill off