polishes off

present tense third-person singular of polish off

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Verb
  • Lo Cleso finishes after having an earlier goal waved off for offside.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 June 2026
  • Given that Spain won its final group game yesterday, the European champion will be awaiting whoever finishes second in Group J.
    Ben Church, CNN Money, 27 June 2026
Verb
  • Not going anywhere Mikey Anderson Anderson carries positive five-on-five play metrics across the board and chews important minutes for the Kings.
    Eric Stephens, New York Times, 21 May 2026
  • For instance, many partners have small gripes or annoyances with habits that are annoying at worst, but far from an outright red flag — like a partner that chews somewhat loudly, leaves cabinet doors open or hums constantly while working.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
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“Polishes off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polishes%20off. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.

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