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to burn out

to burn out: to stop functioning because of overuse; to make tired from too
muck work

Examples of TO BURN OUT



  • Nissan says the clutch has burned out after just 1,290 miles and my driving is to blame.

  • The housing market has burned out like a spent comet.

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