to run out of steam

Определение и значение слова « run out of steam» на английском языке

to run out of steam

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

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Примеры

The team started strong, but they ran out of steam before the project was finished.

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

Примеры

The marathon runner ran out of steam in the final stretch.

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

Примеры

The army ran out of steam and had to retreat.

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