see off
Britishverb
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to be present at the departure of (a person making a journey)
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informal to cause to leave or depart, esp by force
Example Sentences
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Andy Burnham believes he has the political charisma to save the Labour Party and see off Nigel Farage and Reform UK.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026
She ran out the dangerous all-rounder Kapp for 12 with an accurate throw from the deep and then took a smart low catch at cover to see off Wolvaardt for 44.
From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026
Despite the disruption and debuts, England's strength in depth is likely to be enough to see off a Wales side who have finished bottom of the table in the past two Six Nations campaigns.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
The seven-time Grand Slam champion needed just over 50 minutes to see off his French opponent and claim the 26th title of his career.
From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026
They came to see off their good friend Roz.
From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown
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