Run out of gas
English Idiom
Meaning: To lose energy, momentum, or enthusiasm for an activity or task. It's often used to describe someone who starts strong but gradually becomes less effective or motivated.
Origin: The idiom 'run out of gas' originates from the early days of automobiles in the 20th century when vehicles would literally run out of fuel, leaving them stranded. Over time, it evolved to describe situations where people or projects lose their drive or energy.
Examples
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Halfway through the marathon, Jane began to run out of gas and struggled to keep up her pace.
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The startup initially had a lot of enthusiasm, but they ran out of gas once they hit a series of financial hurdles.
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After working tirelessly on the project for weeks, the team ran out of gas and needed a break to rejuvenate.
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The debate was heated at first, but the speaker ran out of gas as he ran out of points to make.
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Despite a strong start, the novel seemed to run out of gas midway, losing the reader’s interest.
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The band’s performance was electrifying, but they ran out of gas during the encore.
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The politician’s campaign ran out of gas as the initial excitement waned and new issues took precedence.
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The software development team ran out of gas after multiple failed attempts to fix the bug.
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His enthusiasm for the new hobby ran out of gas after a few months of intense engagement.
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The discussion ran out of gas when everyone realized they were going in circles without reaching a conclusion.
