ran out
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In the past, defections were expected once a car’s warranty ran out, but now they occur much more quickly.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
"We ran out... with only clothes on our backs. We left our cars, our livelihoods, our homes, and our farms behind. We have nothing left," he added.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
The bill became the second abolitionist proposal to pass through a committee this spring before time ran out to pass it this session.
From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026
“Moby Dick” suited Wilson who, himself, readily ran out of words.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
Ivan ran out of the room, then ran back in.
From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack