One's true situation or intentions are fully revealed, and one's strength or resources are completely exhausted, leading to an utterly helpless or disadvantageous position.
在这次激烈的竞争中，小明团队因为准备不足，很快就情见埶竭，最终遗憾落败。
In this fierce competition, Xiao Ming's team, due to insufficient preparation, quickly found their weaknesses exposed and resources depleted, ultimately losing with regret.
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