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run him into earth

 

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Term: run him into earth

Definition (verb): To pursue or chase someone vigorously, relentlessly, or to exhaustion.

Example sentence: The police officers ran him into the earth until he finally collapsed from exhaustion.


Definition (idiom): To cause someone to suffer severe exhaustion or defeat.

Example sentence: The opposing team's relentless attacks ran our defense into the earth, resulting in a crushing defeat.


Definition (idiomatic phrasal verb): To exhaust or deplete someone's resources, energy, or patience.

Example sentence: The demanding job deadlines and long working hours were running him into the earth.


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