to run out of steam

Definizione e significato di "run out of steam"in inglese

to run out of steam

perdere slancio o entusiasmo

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

Idiom

Esempi

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.

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

Esempi

I ran out of steam halfway up the mountain.

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

Esempi

The country ran out of steam and had to borrow money from other countries.

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