Play yourself out

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To perform until the end or until one loses energy or ability.

They played themselves out on the field and ran every drill with all they had.
Visual representation of "play yourself out" - To perform until the end or until one loses energy or ability

Often appears as...

  • play oneself out in the game
  • play oneself out in the match
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Physical Exhaustion

Used when someone has used all their energy in an activity, often sports-related.

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After running the marathon, he had played himself out.
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Full Effort

Implies giving all one's effort, usually in a positive sense of dedication or commitment.

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She played herself out during the competition to win the first prize.
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Exhaust Resources

Can refer to using all available resources or options until nothing is left.

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The team played itself out with early aggressive plays and had no strategies left.
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