finish with

finish with (someone or something)

1. To complete something; to no longer be engaged in or occupied with something. Hey, when you finish with that magazine, can I read it? It took three years, but I'm finally finished with my thesis, thank goodness.

2. To cease or refuse to continue being associated or involved with someone or something. I've given her chance after chance to make things right, but I've had enough. I'm finished with her now. The company has pledged to finish with its production of palm oil, shifting to a more sustainable product instead.

3. To kill or defeat someone with a particular tool, technique, or implement. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "finish" and "with," and the word "off" is commonly used there as well. The boxer stunned his opponent with a left jab to the face, then finished him off with a devastating uppercut. The video game lets you finish your enemies with a variety of brutal combos.

4. To add a final flourish or detail to something upon completion. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "finish" and "with," and the word "off" is commonly used there as well. I like to finish off this dish with a sprinkling of fresh cilantro and parsley. He finished his speech with a humorous aside that brought some much-needed levity to the situation.

5. To complete or cap off something with a particular action, effort, or outcome. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "finish" and "with," and the word "off" is commonly used there as well. They finished the game with an impressive offensive effort, but it wasn't enough to come back from their 24-point deficit. I usually like to finish off my day with a 45-minute swim to help clear my mind.

finish with something

to complete something; to become done with something. I will finish with fixing this soon, and then you can have it. When will this be finished with?

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释义	finish with finish with (someone or something) 1. To complete something; to no longer be engaged in or occupied with something. Hey, when you finish with that magazine, can I read it? It took three years, but I'm finally finished with my thesis, thank goodness. 2. To cease or refuse to continue being associated or involved with someone or something. I've given her chance after chance to make things right, but I've had enough. I'm finished with her now. The company has pledged to finish with its production of palm oil, shifting to a more sustainable product instead. 3. To kill or defeat someone with a particular tool, technique, or implement. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "finish" and "with," and the word "off" is commonly used there as well. The boxer stunned his opponent with a left jab to the face, then finished him off with a devastating uppercut. The video game lets you finish your enemies with a variety of brutal combos. 4. To add a final flourish or detail to something upon completion. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "finish" and "with," and the word "off" is commonly used there as well. I like to finish off this dish with a sprinkling of fresh cilantro and parsley. He finished his speech with a humorous aside that brought some much-needed levity to the situation. 5. To complete or cap off something with a particular action, effort, or outcome. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "finish" and "with," and the word "off" is commonly used there as well. They finished the game with an impressive offensive effort, but it wasn't enough to come back from their 24-point deficit. I usually like to finish off my day with a 45-minute swim to help clear my mind. See also: finish Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. finish with something to complete something; to become done with something. I will finish with fixing this soon, and then you can have it. When will this be finished with? See also: finish McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. See also: a thing of the past a/the feel of (something) (I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you a straw will show which way the wind blows a crack at (someone or something) all right (you) wanna make something of it? all for the best a slew of (something) a bird in the hand References in periodicals archive 10 Gently plow the finish with the grain of the wood. One-day floor revival: restore your wood floor on a Saturday--and still have time to play! 2: Try to finish with your knees together (right knee gently touching left) If the stance is too wide in the beginning it is almost impossible to push your knees together, resulting in restricted leg drive through impact. Golf: Easy Tiger; YOUR WEEK-BY-WEEK GUIDE TO GAINING A BETTER HANDICAP The firm also achieved surprising levels of surface finish with the high-pressure squeeze of the automatic matchplate molding machine without wash and hopes to investigate possibilities regarding its use in the future. Building better molds: can nobake & green sand work together? The Microsoft update of Wireless Optical Desktop Pro features the new Wireless IntelliMouse Explorer, complete with longer battery life and a new scroll wheel, delivering an ergonomic design and sleek black-and-titanium finish with translucent keys. Microsoft hardware puts new spin on innovation: company unveils largest lineup of wireless mice and keyboards, rolls out unique features that break hardware mold Unbalanced water, mineral-infested source water and incorrect start-ups can mar a plaster finish with everything from staining to etching. Something special: specialty finishes are finally making strong inroads into the white plaster market. Can marcite still compete? (Quarterly market report: finishing materials) Using an advanced wood floor finishing technology, this new system chemically "sands" the floor and creates a receptive surface that bonds the underlying finish with the new, crystal clear, fast-drying topcoat. New system introduced for floor refinishing For instance, a 28-mm Alcoa finish can be changed to a 28-mm PCO finish with a slight adjustment in the transition region of the preform. Build more flexibility into your PET preform molds The new Executive Collection of office furniture by Sauder Woodworking is in a neoclassical style, in a rich cherry finish with dramatic black accents. Color spices RTA (Manual finishing produces an 8 to 30 microinch finish with no consistency.) Tips on finishing problem parts 1995: First podium finish with third place in Canada. EDDIE IRVINE FACT FILE
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