max out

The phrase "max out" is commonly used in informal contexts to describe reaching the maximum limit or capacity of something.

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Definition

B2General

(informal)To reach the highest possible level or limit of something.

Example

  • The car maxed out at 120 miles per hour.

B2Finance

(informal)To use up all available credit or funds.

Example

  • She maxed out her credit card on the shopping spree.

B2Performance

(informal)To perform at the highest level of intensity or effort.

Example

  • He maxed out during his workout session.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "max out":

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