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Mop Meaning Kill Capture Enemy Soldiers Victory Battle

Word Mop up (2)
Description Meaning: Kill or capture the last few enemy soldiers after a victory.

Example: After the battle, it took them a couple of weeks to MOP UP the remaining rebels.

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