Can't delete a .zip.download file on desktop

I got this file while downloading files from my Outlook Web Access. The files were moved to a folder but this file remains on my desktop and doesn't allow me to trash it. Any help is appreciated.

Open the Terminal in the Utilities folder. At the Terminal's prompt paste the following:
sudo rm -rf ~/Desktop/
Now drag the file icon into the Terminal window. Press RETURN. Enter your admin password when requested. It is not echoed to the screen. Press RETURN again.
You can also see if it can be removed using Trash It! 5.1.
If all else fails visit The XLab FAQs and read the FAQ on resolving Trash problems.

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