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outspent

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[out-spent] / ˌaʊtˈspɛnt /

adjective

  1. worn-out; exhausted.


Etymology

Origin of outspent

First recorded in 1645–55; out- + spent

Example Sentences

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But another former Democratic presidential hopeful has outspent him overall, as billionaire Michael Bloomberg pumped about $1 billion of his own fortune into his unsuccessful 2020 White House bid.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Rival Publicis has outspent others, pouring billions into acquiring technology, data, e-commerce and digital consulting firms.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

She also has much broader name recognition than Talarico despite being outspent in advertising by several million dollars.

From Slate • Mar. 3, 2026

Opponents of the measure were outspent, having raised just over $7.5 million.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2024

Until at last, outspent with energy, he draws a deep breath of exhaustion, and realizes that he is weariness itself.

From A Day with Lord Byron by Gillington, May Clarissa

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