runs out

verb

present tense third-person singular of run out
as in casts out

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for runs out
  1. kicks out
  2. eliminates
  3. excludes
  4. throws out
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  • The book is structured as a quest to figure out why a class of aimless young men in late-Thatcherist Blighty get their kicks out of getting paralytically drunk and bashing one another half to death every weekend.
    — Leander Schaerlaeckens June 8, Literary Hub, 8 June 2026
  • Pretti then spits on the SUV and kicks out the vehicle's passenger-side taillight.
    — Kevin Ko, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
Definition of kicks out
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  • Its recommendation algorithms learn what keeps users watching, infinite scroll eliminates the natural stopping point and autoplay serves up the next video without waiting to be asked.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026
  • This physical characteristic eliminates internal pressure build-up, allowing the primary loop to run at normal atmospheric pressure.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of eliminates
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  • That figure excludes the fungi, the microscopic mites and the viruses that infect the bacteria themselves.
    — Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Car warranty coverage typically excludes wear-and-tear repairs, such as tires, brakes and suspension work, which are among the most common issues drivers face.
    — Emily Mercer, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of excludes
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  • Defensive coordinator Corey Hetherman throws out his share of exotic looks at practice, which forces Mensah to be on his toes.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Despite damning evidence, the judge throws out the case and Thorne goes free.
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of throws out
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