extinguish

extinguish

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To extinguish something means to put an end to it, and get rid of it completely.

Example Sentences:
Water can extinguish a fire.
Nasty smells can extinguish your appetite.

You can also use the word extinguish to describe things that are abstract, for example,

Example Sentences:
You and your sister need to extinguish this fight before it gets out of control.