Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
run someone ragged
idiom
/rʌn ˈsʌmwʌn ˈræɡɪd/
Definition
To exhaust someone through excessive demands or activity.
Examples
- After the long week of work, trying to keep up with my kids really runs me ragged.
- The project deadline had her running her team ragged with late-night meetings and tight schedules.
Meaning
This phrase is used to describe a situation where a person is made to feel very tired or worn out due to constant work, stress, or a heavy workload.
Synonyms
- exhaust
- worn out
- overworked
- tired
