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Definition

Out of physical or mental energy.

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Origins

From spoon theory, in which the amount of physical or mental energy that a person has available for daily activities and tasks is metaphorically represented as a certain amount of spoons.

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How People Actually Use It

Completely out of energy or motivation for the day. Particularly used by those suffering from a disease or disability of some kind. Source: The Spoon Theory by Christine Miserandino ( butyoudontlooksick.com/spoons.htm )

""Sorry, I can't come over tonight. I ran out of spoons.""

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