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outspent

American  
[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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The opponents were vastly outspent by the ballot measure’s supporters, who contributed nearly $136 million to various efforts.

From Los Angeles Times

“While we are being outspent, we’re continuing to communicate with Californians the dangers of suspending California’s gold-standard redistricting process,” said Amy Thoma, a spokesperson for the committee funded by Munger.

From Los Angeles Times

Bass beat Caruso by a wide margin in 2022 even though the shopping mall mogul outspent her by an enormous margin.

From Los Angeles Times

Those 2011 Dodgers had no chance, outspent by the Minnesota Twins and outdrawn by the Milwaukee Brewers.

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Three years ago, despite being heavily outspent, Mejia made political mincemeat of Paul Koretz, who had held elected office since before he was born.

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