runs out

present tense third-person singular of run out

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for runs out
Verb
  • The Roam 2 is tiny enough to toss in a backpack, and still kicks out the jams with surprisingly full sound for its size.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 12 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • This is a highly-competitive event that eliminates the slowest drivers and determines placement for the third round, where the remaining athletes race for pole position (the front starting spot on the grid).
    Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
  • This removal process eliminates the need for harsh cleaning solutions and chemicals.
    Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The core personal consumption expenditures price index, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, is currently chopping around 3%.
    Sarah Min, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2025
  • What the discount excludes is deli, meat, beer, wine, liquor and tobacco.
    Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The author throws out plenty of bones to tempt a composer.
    Justin Davidson, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2025
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“Runs out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/runs%20out. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.

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