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Run short Meaning in English

expression

ˈɹən/ /ˈʃɔɹt
RUN SHORT
ɹˈʌn/ /ʃˈɔːt
ruhn SHAWRt

التعريف

To have less of something than is needed, or to be close to using all of something.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Common in everyday spoken and written English. Often used with 'of' + noun (e.g., 'run short of time'). Implies urgency or a potential problem if not addressed. Not used for people, only things like resources, supplies, or time.

جمل نموذجية

We run short of milk every week.

basic

Be careful not to run short of money on your trip.

basic

The team started to run short of time.

basic

If you run short of batteries, just ask me.

natural

We’ll run short unless someone goes shopping soon.

natural

We’re starting to run short of patience here.

natural