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Can I say "finish this" or "end this" instead of "put an end to this"? Or do they sound different?

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Rebecca

Yes, you can! Both of these phrases share the same meaning when used in this sentence. These phrases mean that a situation or challenge, usually an unpleasant one, will be settled for good. Ex: Tonight, we finish this. Ex: Tonight, we end this.

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