CLOSE IN FOR THE KILL

close in for the kill: translation

close in for the kill & move in for the kill

1. Lit. to move in on someone or something for the purpose of killing. •

The wolves closed in for the kill.

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When the lions closed in for the kill, the zebras began to stampede.

2. Fig. to get ready to do the final and climactic part of something. •

The car salesman closed in for the kill with contract and pen in hand.