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Idiom: Run On Empty

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An allusion to a vehicle operating with the fuel gauge pointing to empty or near empty, likely to stop running in the very near future.

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To be losing enthusiasm or willingness; to lack motivation.

Example: "He has been running on empty for a while. It's likely the project will be canceled."

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During the marathon, he pushed himself to run on empty.

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