drain out
Let it empty
Drain out means to flow away or be removed gradually from a container or space, typically referring to liquid.
When water drains out of a sink or bathtub, it exits through the drain until none remains.
The phrase emphasizes complete removal rather than partial drainage.
Figuratively, energy or emotion can drain out of someone: I felt all the fight drain out of me when I heard the news.
- exhaustUse up entirely
- emptyHolding nothing inside
- siphonLiquid transfer tube
- depleteGreatly reduce supply
- dry upLose moisture completely
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