burn out
Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, the government in Spain has declared a national emergency as wildfires burn out of control in several areas.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
Once fireworks burn out, they leave behind more than ash.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 4, 2026
"Many people hold onto the American dream, but given how tough things are getting, you can't be the salmon swimming against the current -- because you get tired, you burn out, it destroys you."
From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026
How long until the last stars in the universe burn out?
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 15, 2026
“Lantern wouldn’t burn out in this time,” the boy said.
From "Sounder" by William H. Armstrong
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