snuff out

To put out a candle or small fire, or to stop something (like a life or a hope) suddenly and completely.

"She snuffed out the last candle and the room fell into complete darkness."

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One Piece of News From Every Country in the World

Wendover Productions · 34:59

snuff out organized crime.

One Piece of News From Every Country in the World (Pt 2)

Wendover Productions · 29:02

and snuff out as fast as possible.

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