When they finally ran out, they started creating new material together, and the chemistry proved potent.

NPR: The Bird and the Bee, Getting Buzz

Bedford's back row Sacha Harding saw yellow when referee Davey finally ran out of patience with him after persistent infringements.

BBC: Worcester Warriors 32-0 Bedford Blues

"When I finally ran out and looked back at the plant, I saw high flames, " Wang, 44, was quoted as saying.

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However, frustrated at a lack of a consistent run in the first team, Marinello's patience finally ran out and he moved to Portsmouth in July 1973.

BBC: SPORT | Scotland | Hey Hey Marinello

American Idol returns tonight somewhat taken down a notch after its unprecedented run of seven consecutive seasons as the most-watched show on TV, which finally ran out in 2011.

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In late October, the money finally ran out.

NEWYORKER: Idols

Cipriani's third penalty, from just inside the opposition half, put Wasps 9-5 ahead in the 65th minute but although he was to miss two more attempts Wasps claimed the points as Northampton's effort finally ran out of steam.

BBC: Wasps 9-5 Northampton

Just like Vince Lombardi, who said he never lost a football game, but rather simply ran out of time, I think the strategists and soothsayers are finally right.

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