Definition of «to drain the juice»

The phrase "to drain the juice" means to extract or use up all the energy, resources, or excitement from something, leaving it empty or depleted.

Should I have drained some juice from the zucchini? (deliciouslyella.com)
When the apples are ready, drain the juice into a medium saucepan. (clubnarwhalblog.com)
As the sausage releases juices, drain the juices so you can brown the sausage. (babaganosh.org)
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