Factory reset while in airplane mode and locked out?

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So, I had forgot my pattern earlier. Put my phone in airplane mode and then powered off before heading into the US. Turned back on and my fingerprints wont unlock it.

I also cannot turn it off while I am on the screen that allows me to input my pattern.

I don't mind losing my stuff, it is backed up. Is there a way to power off while the phone is locked or just waiting for me to enter my pattern? Every time I try a new pattern I have to wait 1 hour.

Thanks in advance.
 
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