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the cupboard is bare
Language:
en
1.
Worldwide
informal
idiomatic
There are no financial resources, supplies, or reserves available; one or one's household lacks money or provisions.
2.
Worldwide
neutral
literal
A storage cupboard or pantry is literally empty of food or stored items.
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