run low

run low

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

run low (on something)

to near the end of a supply of something. We are running low on salt. It's time to buy more. The car is running low on gas.
See also: low, run
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

be/run ˈlow (on something)

not have much of something left: We’re running low on fuel. Do you think we’ll have enough to get home?
See also: low, run
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • be/run low
  • have a low opinion of (someone or something)
  • low ebb
  • a low ebb
  • fly low
  • not so bad
  • high and low
  • at a low ebb
  • in low water
  • a peg too low
References in periodicals archive
Carmelo Grasso, owner of the Etna Italian restaurant, in Hertford Street, city centre, said his meat costs may rise by up to 15 per cent as wholesalers' supplies run low, but pledged not to pass the increase on to customers.
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Whenever you run low on energy, whether it's during a long run or because you've skipped a meal, your blood sugar level takes a nosedive.
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This may seem like a bit much for your simple tasks, but prices for memory aren't very high and you'll regret not getting the extra capacity when your system's resources run low.
How much is enough?