outspent

American

[out-spent] / ˌaʊtˈspɛnt /

adjective

worn-out; exhausted.

Etymology

Origin of outspent

First recorded in 1645–55; out- + spent

Example Sentences

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China, for more than a decade, outspent the US in terms of foreign direct investment in Africa, though this position was reversed last year.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

It also helped that Crawford was not exactly a pauper and got only marginally outspent in a race that saw over $107 million in expenditures.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2025

Last year, that alliance helped Councilmember Jessie Lopez defeat a recall attempt where she was outspent 8-1.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 22, 2024

“We’re getting creamed and outspent four and five and six and eight and 10 to one,” he added.

From Salon • Oct. 19, 2024

He was more than outspent; he was utterly exhausted.

From Out of the Depths A Romance of Reclamation by Brehm, George

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