Definition

The act of running out or coming to an end, often referring to a situation where something has expired or is no longer available.

Example

The runout of the contract left the company without a clear plan for the future.

Conversation

Did you hear about the runout at the ski resort last weekend?

Yeah, I heard it was really dangerous.

Exactly! They had to close some slopes because of it.

That's smart. Safety should always come first.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Runout → It is formed from "run" (from Old English "rinnan", meaning to flow or move swiftly) and "out" (meaning away from a place or position). The word "runout" refers to the act of running out or depleting something completely.

Memory Tip

Think of something 'flowing' ('run') and then 'moving away' ('out') — that's why runout means to completely deplete or exhaust something.

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