The printer ran out of black ink right before the deadline.
The printer ran out of black ink right before the deadline.
English
run out
Meaning: to use up all of something and have no more left; to expire
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | run out |
| 3rd person singular present | runs out |
| Present participle | running out |
| Past | ran out |
| Will future | will run out |
| Going-to future | going to run out |
| Imperative negative | don't run out / do not run out |
Example sentences
We ran out of milk.
We ran out of milk.
The sands of time are running out.
The sands of time are running out.
Usage Notes
Used when a supply is completely consumed. Often followed by 'of' and the substance used up.
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