Can't Delete Items in Use

I wanted to delete a download off my laptop. I put the download in the trash and tried to empty it. All it said was 'The operation can’t be completed because the item “...” is in use.'
The reason I want it to be deleted is because it takes up lots of space and I don't want it.
I don't know how to put the item out of use. Please help me with this problem.

Either you have a disc image still mounted, an installer you have not quit, or the application itself is still running or a combination of these.

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