peter out

/ˌpidər aʊt/
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Definitions of peter out
  1. verb
    end weakly
    synonyms: fizzle, fizzle out, taper off
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    type of:
    discontinue
    come to or be at an end
  2. verb
    use up all one's strength and energy and stop working
    synonyms: conk out, poop out, run down, run out
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    type of:
    fatigue, jade, pall, tire, weary
    lose interest or become bored with something or somebody
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