Idiom: max out (max something out)
Meaning
Idiom: max out (max something out)
- to reach the limit of something
- to reach a threshold where no further progress, achievement, etc. is possible
Example sentences
— I think I’ll just read a book. I’m maxed out on going out for a while.
— I’m applying for a new credit card because all the ones I have are maxed out.
— I've maxed out what my brain can hold for tomorrow's exam and I'm going to go to sleep.
— After watching all of Season 5 of Games of Thrones this weekend, I'm maxed out on television for awhile.
— You've maxed out our line of credit again? Buying what?
— You're going to max out your mother's patience of you keep making so much noise.
— My mother maxed out at 199 lbs and finally decided to start taking care of her health.
— We're maxed out on studying and are going to the gym to work out.
— I maxed out these shoes until the sole started coming apart. It's time for a new pair.
— I've maxed out on green smoothies now after drinking them daily for a year.
Synonyms
- swallow up
- go through
- finish up
- use up
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