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What did she run out of vs what were you out of

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'What did she run out of?' is used when asking about the items someone has finished or used up. 'What were you out of?' is used when asking about the items someone did not have in stock or available. They are not directly comparable as they serve different purposes.

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What did she run out of

This phrase is correct and commonly used when asking about the items someone has finished or used up.

This phrase is used to inquire about the things that someone has depleted or no longer has available.
  • Mar 18, 2014 ... ... of her infamously siliconed lips) — something along the lines of, "She got everything done but a nose job; what, did she run out of money?
  • Oct 7, 2015 ... So what, did she run out of money or lacks attention so she turns to her only true success that she abandoned years ago? I'm so over her.
  • Jun 12, 2014 ... MOSS: That`s cold! But what, did she run out of Tupperware? I mean, this is the deal. They`ve already taken away a first child from this woman!
  • Feb 16, 2014 ... What did she run out of words or something? This was perfect minus that!. Read more. Show less. Reply 2223. Loading... View all 4 replies.

what were you out of

This phrase is correct and commonly used when asking about the items someone did not have in stock or available.

This phrase is used to ask about the things that someone lacked or did not have available at a certain time.
  • Oct 14, 2015 ... What? Were you out of town? Your cat get sick? Well, let me guess. You don't start fires anymore. You been rehabilitated. Yeah, I done it before ...
  • What, were you out of duct tape? Seriously though, I hope you are better already and quickly on the mend. Go to Top of Page ...
  • [–]WhosThatGirl_ItsRPSG 2 points3 points4 points 5 hours ago (0 children). What were you out of town for? Do you live with your parents still? I'm sorry you have ...
  • Mar 13, 2006 ... by st1d ( 218383 ) writes: on Monday March 13, 2006 @12:19PM (#14908137) Homepage. What, were you out of batteries for your cattle prod?

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