out of money
Example Sentences
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The project has been serially delayed, out of money, rebranded and trailed by angry former business partners.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
Even a billionaire is prepared to take Meta to trial over its hosting of advertisements that scam people out of money.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Social Security’s trust fund is expected to run out of money in 2032, at which point beneficiaries will receive only 78% of promised benefits, the Social Security and Medicare boards of trustees said on Tuesday.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
The original developer, Beijing-based Oceanwide Holdings, spent about $1.2 billion on the project before running out of money in 2019 and halting construction at about 60% completion.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
“Most shows hold back some pay till end of season. But when Uncle Al runs out of money he holds it all back.”
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
