Runs out of batteries (4)

I believe the answer is:

dies

(Other definitions for dies that I've seen before include "Stops working" , "twenty-four hours in Rome" , "one day in ancient Rome" , "Passes away" , "Berkshire racecourse" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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