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Definice a Význam "run out of steam"

to run out of steam
01

to lose one's enthusiasm or motivation, making one incapable of finishing a job or task

to [run] out of steam definition and meaning
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I started out excited about the project, but after a few months I ran out of steam and did n't want to do it anymore.
The team started out strong, but they ran out of steam in the second half of the game and lost.
02

to lack the energy necessary to complete a job or task, particularly after a long period of activity

to [run] out of steam definition and meaning
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I ran out of steam halfway up the mountain.
The marathon runner ran out of steam in the final stretch.
03

to be without the necessary means to continue an activity or to fulfill a need

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The family ran out of steam and had to sell their house.
The country ran out of steam and had to borrow money from other countries.
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