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snuff out

VERB
kill
Synonyms
WEAK
blow away bump off chill dispatch dispose of do away with do in dust grease hit ice knock off murder off rub out stretch out waste wax whack zap

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German investor morale slid to its lowest level in over three years in April, a survey showed Tuesday, as the Middle East war threatens to snuff out a tentative recovery in Europe's top economy.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

On back-to-back snaps, Mesidor and Bain sacked CJ Carr to snuff out the threat of a comeback and seal a 27-24 Miami win.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 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

Kyle Rowe looked ready to hit back for Glasgow with a break up the touchline until Barrett tracked back to sweep up his kick through and snuff out the danger.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2025

Servants reach long-handled douters overhead and snuff out a few flames.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton