Indicates a person's dedication to completing a task or agreement regardless of circumstances. Despite receiving another job offer, she decided to serve out her current contract.
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Legally Binding
Commonly used to describe the fulfillment of legal obligations such as contracts or sentences. He had no choice but to serve out his sentence after the verdict.
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Endurance Implication
Suggests a person is persisting through something that may be difficult or unwanted. The mayor had to serve out her term despite the scandals.