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snuff
The verb carries a strong sense of suddenness and finality, particularly when used to describe the suppression of an idea, a rebellion, or a hope. It evokes the physical action of pinching out a flame, suggesting a deliberate and forceful termination that leaves no room for revival.
As a noun, the word refers specifically to powdered tobacco. Because it is a mass substance, it is treated as an uncountable noun and typically requires a partitive such as a pinch of or a dose of to specify a quantity.
Meanings
To extinguish a candle or small fire by pinching the wick or cutting it off.
Examples
She used a small metal tool to snuff the candle before leaving the room.
The government tried to snuff out the rebellion before it could spread.
He took a pinch of snuff and sneezed violently.
The dog began to snuff the air searching for the hidden treat.
I can smell something burning, let me snuff the air to find it.
The assassin intended to snuff out the witness in a dark alley.
Just snuff the wick so the wax does not drip everywhere.
They attempted to snuff out any hope of a peaceful resolution.