You must empty the tank to win this race.
empty the tank
idiomTo make the utmost effort; to contribute to the absolute limit of one's energy and abilities.
The team knew they had to empty the tank during the final minutes to secure the championship victory.
Despite his exhaustion, the athlete chose to empty the tank in the closing stretch, leaving every ounce of his remaining strength on the track.
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empty suit
An ineffective or incompetent person in a place of authority.
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empty the clip
To compete with great vigor, especially by making numerous scoring attempts.
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empty words
Any type of talk with little meaning; a message that seems to contain meaningful content but is actually vapid.
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run on empty
To be losing enthusiasm or willingness; to lack motivation.
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think tank
A group of people who collectively perform research and develop reports and recommendations on topics relating to strategic planning or public policy, and which is usually funded by corporate, government, or special interests.