Meaning
- To use up a supply or resource.
- To flee or exit a place, often abruptly or to avoid something.
- To expire or come to an end such as a subscription, lease, or contract.
- In sports, to get a player out according to game rules.
Today's Sentences
01
The store ran out.
Situation
Did you get more candles for the cake?
I was going to, but the store ran out.
What?!
It's a birthday there have to be candles.
Relax, I found sparkler sticks.
Instant sparkle magic.
02
We ran out of coffee this morning.
Situation
Morning!
Can you pour me a cup?
I have bad news.
We ran out of coffee this morning.
What?!
Looks like I’m gonna have withdrawal.
How about I go on a coffee run for you?
Writer's Note
"Run out" is an intransitive and inseparable phrasal verb.
- Intransitive - These verbs do not need to be followed by a direct object and usually express a complete idea.
Structure - Subject + "run out" (+ of + noun)
Example 1: We ran out of coffee.
Example 2: We ran out during the fire drill.
Example 3: My phone battery ran out before the concert.
Example 4: Time ran out before we could finish the test. - Inseparable - The components of the phrasal verb stay together and cannot be separated.
Structure - Subject + Verb + Particle + Object
Example 1: I ran out of sugar while baking today.
Example 2: She ran out of patience waiting for the reply.
Example 3: We ran out of gas halfway to the airport.
***Note: Notice that the verb and particle always stay together.
Related Words: Burn through, deplete, drain, dry up, empty, exhaust, finish, go through, lack, run dry, use up
