Определение слова «run on fumes» на английский

Verb

1. To operate a vehicle that is low on fuel.

   • We were running on fumes by the time we arrived, but we made it to the next gas station.

2. By extension, to operate with few resources, or be physically or emotionally overworked.

   • The organization had been running on fumes for months, so it's not surprising that they closed their doors.