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UK//kliːnd mi aʊt//US//klinːd mi aʊt//

Meaning of Cleaned me out

Took all of someone's money or possessions.

In simple words: Took all my money or resources.

Cleaned me out in a sentence

  • The gambling addiction really cleaned me out last year.
  • They cleaned me out at the auction with those high bids.
  • He cleaned me out after borrowing money and not paying it back.
  • I went shopping and they cleaned me out of my last savings.
  • The unexpected expenses cleaned me out before payday.

How to use Cleaned me out

Use in informal contexts, often when discussing financial loss or emptiness of resources. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

cleaned + object + out

Memory hint

Imagine a vacuum that cleans your wallet out completely.

Related words

Collocations with Cleaned me out

  • cleaned me out completely
  • really cleaned me out
  • cleaned me out of cash

Synonyms for Cleaned me out

Common mistakes with Cleaned me out

  • Using it in formal contexts where a more formal phrase is needed.
  • Confusing it with 'cleaned out,' which can mean to tidy up.
  • Not using 'me' properly when referring to personal loss.

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Frequently asked questions about Cleaned me out

What does Cleaned me out mean?

Took all my money or resources.

What is the definition of Cleaned me out?

Took all of someone's money or possessions.

How do you use Cleaned me out in a sentence?

The gambling addiction really cleaned me out last year.

Can you give another example of Cleaned me out?

They cleaned me out at the auction with those high bids.

What are synonyms for Cleaned me out?

Common alternatives include broke, emptied, depleted.

What words go with Cleaned me out?

It commonly pairs with cleaned me out completely, really cleaned me out, cleaned me out of cash.

What are common mistakes when using Cleaned me out?

Using it in formal contexts where a more formal phrase is needed. Confusing it with 'cleaned out,' which can mean to tidy up. Not using 'me' properly when referring to personal loss.

How do you pronounce Cleaned me out?

US: //klinːd mi aʊt//, UK: //kliːnd mi aʊt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Cleaned me out formal or informal?

"Cleaned me out" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Cleaned me out?

Use in informal contexts, often when discussing financial loss or emptiness of resources. Avoid in formal writing.