to run dry
01
(of rivers, streams, wells, or other sources of water) to become empty of water
Collocation
例子
The region's once-flowing river ran dry during the extended period of no rain, causing severe water shortages for the communities downstream.
The well on the property ran dry after years of excessive water extraction for irrigation.
02
to exhaust a resource, supply, or reserve until there is none left
Collocation例子
The company's finances began to run dry, leading to layoffs and financial difficulties.
The gas tank ran dry on their road trip, and they had to stop at the nearest gas station.
