be/run short of something

be short of (something)

To be near the end of a supply of something. We're short of paper towels right now, so use them judiciously.
See also: of, short

run short of (something)

To near the end of a supply of something. We're running short of paper towels right now, so use them judiciously.
See also: of, run, short
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

be/run short of something

not have enough of something; only have a small amount of something left: We’re running short of butter. Can you get some more today? I’m a bit short of money at the moment. OPPOSITE: be well off for something
See also: of, run, short, something
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • get the short end
  • slope up
  • light at the end of the tunnel
  • anticipointment
  • see the light at the end of the tunnel
  • stick it out
  • make an end of (something)
  • draw to a close
  • stick it to the end
  • culminate