out of money

Example Sentences

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The original developer, Beijing-based Oceanwide Holdings, spent about $1.2 billion on the project before running out of money in 2019 and halting construction at about 60% completion.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Since you wouldn’t have to worry about running out of money in old age, you might travel the world, buy a sports car, or gift an early bequest to heirs.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

I built an AI “person” out of money who could work for me when I am unable or unwilling to work.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Which means “social engineering” attacks could rise too, where hackers know enough about you to con you out of money.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

I learned today why she ran out of money so early this month.

From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes