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UK//rʌn aʊt//US//rʌn aʊt//

Meaning of Run-out

To have no more of something.

In simple words: When something is used up completely.

Run-out in a sentence

  • I ran out of milk, so I can't make coffee.
  • They will run out of supplies if they don't restock soon.
  • We've run out of time to complete the project.
  • Make sure we don't run out of paper before the meeting.
  • The store ran out of the new game within hours of its release.

How to use Run-out

Use 'run out' when something is finished, like food or resources. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

run out + of + object

Memory hint

Imagine a runner who has no more energy left and has to stop.

Related words

Collocations with Run-out

  • run out of gas
  • run out of time
  • run out of options
  • run out of stock
  • run out of patience

Common mistakes with Run-out

  • Saying 'ran out of' when it should be 'run out of'.
  • Using 'run out' without mentioning what is being run out.
  • Confusing 'run out' with 'run away'.

Compare Run-out with Exhaust, Deplete, Consume, Diminish, Complete

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Frequently asked questions about Run-out

What does Run-out mean?

When something is used up completely.

What is the definition of Run-out?

To have no more of something.

How do you use Run-out in a sentence?

I ran out of milk, so I can't make coffee.

Can you give another example of Run-out?

They will run out of supplies if they don't restock soon.

What are synonyms for Run-out?

Common alternatives include exhaust, deplete, consume, diminish, complete.

What words go with Run-out?

It commonly pairs with run out of gas, run out of time, run out of options, run out of stock, run out of patience.

What are common mistakes when using Run-out?

Saying 'ran out of' when it should be 'run out of'. Using 'run out' without mentioning what is being run out. Confusing 'run out' with 'run away'.

How do you pronounce Run-out?

US: //rʌn aʊt//, UK: //rʌn aʊt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Run-out?

Use 'run out' when something is finished, like food or resources. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.