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run out of steam

Idiom Laziness and Energy

Meaning

to lose energy or enthusiasm

Example Sentences

"After working all day, I completely ran out of steam."

Related Expressions

take the initiative

to act first and show leadership

have a brainwave

to suddenly have a clever idea

off the hook

to be free from blame or responsibility for something

make someone's jaw drop

to surprise or amaze someone greatly

lay your cards on the table

to be open and honest about your intentions or plans

get a move on

to hurry up or move faster