Meanings
How to pronounce "run into the ground":
AU
To mismanage to the point of ruin.
Example: "Although he has an MBA from Harvard, he still ran the company into the ground."
To wear out, especially through excessive use.
Example: "I figure this car has a few more years left in it and I intend to run it into the ground before purchasing another."
To discuss ad nauseam.
Example: "You’ve run the upcoming election into the ground and I simply won’t listen to another word about it."
