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stone-broke

American  
[stohn-brohk] / ˈstoʊnˈbroʊk /

adjective

  1. having no money whatsoever.

Etymology

Origin of stone-broke

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

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Stone broke through in 2016 with a starring role in the teen comedy “Easy A.”

From Seattle Times • Mar. 10, 2024

Superman aka David Stone broke the world record for running the fastest marathon in superhero costume Who is the fastest superhero on planet Earth?

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2011

Superman, aka David Stone, broke the record for running the fastest marathon dressed in superhero costume at the London Marathon this weekend, running 26.2 miles in 2:42.46.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2011

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