Direction: In the following questions four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase in bold in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
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Run out of steam
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- To lose impetus or enthusiasm
- To work quickly like a machine
- To give up easily
- no more money to spend
Correct Option: A
To lose impetus or enthusiasm Run out of steam = to suddenly lose the energy or interest to continue doing something Look at the sentence : The peace talks seem to have run out of steam.