Dog-tired (Adjective)
Meaning
Drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted; "the day's shopping left her exhausted"; "he went to bed dog-tired"; "was fagged and sweaty"; "the trembling of his played out limbs"; "felt completely washed-out"; "only worn-out horses and cattle"; "you look worn out".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The team returned dog-tired from the week-long trek through the wilderness.
- She collapsed onto the couch, feeling dog-tired after working three shifts in a row.
- The family arrived home dog-tired but happy after their road trip vacation.
- The late night study sessions left the student dog-tired for his exams.
- The athletes were dog-tired but exhilarated after completing the grueling marathon.