empty the tank

== English == === Alternative forms === leave nothing in the tank === Pronunciation === === Verb === empty the tank (third-person singular simple present empties the tank, present participle emptying the tank, simple past and past participle emptied the tank) (idiomatic) To make the utmost effort; to contribute to the absolute limit of one's energy and abilities. ==== Usage notes ==== Used especially with a subject who makes an exemplary effort in athletics or the performing arts. ==== Synonyms ==== (make the utmost effort): give one's all, go all out, go for broke, pull out all the stops ==== Translations ====