nounπShareAct or instance of running, of moving rapidly using the feet."I just got back from my morning run."actionsportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAct or instance of hurrying (to or from a place) (not necessarily by foot); dash or errand, trip."I need to make a run to the store."actionwayChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA pleasure trip.""My family enjoys taking short runs to the beach every summer." "entertainmentholidayChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareFlight, instance or period of fleeing."The prisoner's runs were frequent, but he was always caught. "actioneventChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareMigration (of fish).""The salmon runs attract many bears to the river each year." "fishanimalbiologynatureecologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA group of fish that migrate, or ascend a river for the purpose of spawning."During the spring, the runs of salmon in the river are so thick you can practically walk across them. "fishanimalbiologynatureecologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA path taken by literal movement or figuratively"The water park has many fun runs. "wayactionsporttrafficChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn enclosure for an animal; a track or path along which something can travel."He set up a rabbit run."animalplaceagricultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareRural landholding for farming, usually for running sheep, and operated by a runholder.""The family had a large runs in New Zealand, where they raised merino sheep." "propertyagricultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareState of being current; currency; popularity."The latest video game has great runs, making it very popular right now. "businesseconomyfinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareContinuous or sequential"The factory's runs of toy cars are usually very successful, with each batch selling out quickly. "processtimeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA flow of liquid; a leak."The constant run of water from the faucet annoys me."utilitysubstanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(West Virginia) A small creek or part thereof. (Compare Southern US branch and New York and New England brook.)"The military campaign near that creek was known as "The battle of Bull Run"."geographynatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA quick pace, faster than a walk."He broke into a run."actionsportphysiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA sudden series of demands on a bank or other financial institution, especially characterised by great withdrawals."Financial insecurity led to a run on the banks, as customers feared for the security of their savings."financebusinesseconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAny sudden large demand for something."There was a run on Christmas presents."demandbusinesseconomyfinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareVarious horizontal dimensions or surfaces"The blueprints for the new office building specified the runs of cable needed for the entire network. "areaappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA standard or unexceptional group or category."He stood out from the usual run of applicants."typegroupChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareIn sports"The baseball team celebrated their five runs in the final inning. "sportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA line of knit stitches that have unravelled, particularly in a nylon stocking."I have a run in my stocking."wearmaterialappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe stern of the underwater body of a ship from where it begins to curve upward and inward."The barnacles were thickest on the ship's runs, where the hull curved sharply upwards. "nauticalpartvehicleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe horizontal distance to which a drift may be carried, either by licence of the proprietor of a mine or by the nature of the formation; also, the direction which a vein of ore or other substance takes."The mine's permitted runs extended further east than originally planned, following the unexpected direction of the coal seam. "geologypropertydirectionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA pair or set of millstones."The old mill still has its original runs of stones, though they haven't been used in years. "machineutensilChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo move swiftly."The dog runs fast in the park. "actionsportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(fluids) To flow."The water runs down the drain after I wash my hands. "physicsnatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(of a vessel) To sail before the wind, in distinction from reaching or sailing close-hauled."The small sailboat runs smoothly before the strong tailwind, easily outdistancing the boats that are trying to sail across the wind. "nauticalsailingvehicleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo control or manage, be in charge of."The school principal runs the entire school. "businessorganizationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be a candidate in an election."I have decided to run for governor of California."politicsgovernmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo make run in a race or an election."He ran his best horse in the Derby."politicsraceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo exert continuous activity; to proceed."to run through life; to run in a circle"actionprocessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be presented in the media."Her picture ran on the front page of the newspaper."mediaChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo print or broadcast in the media."run a story; run an ad"mediaChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo smuggle (illegal goods)."to run guns; to run rum"lawbusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo sort through a large volume of produce in quality control."The inspector runs hundreds of apples each day, looking for bruises and imperfections. "agriculturefoodbusinessqualityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo extend or persist, statically or dynamically, through space or time."The road runs along the coast for many miles. "timespaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo execute or carry out a plan, procedure or program."The school administration runs a new program to improve student attendance. "actionprocesscomputingtechnologyplansystemChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo pass or go quickly in thought or conversation."to run from one subject to another"communicationlanguagemindChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo become different in a way mentioned (usually to become worse)."Our supplies are running low."conditionprocessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo cost a large amount of money."Buying a new laptop will run you a thousand dollars."amountfinancebusinesseconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareOf stitches or stitched clothing, to unravel."My stocking is running."wearmaterialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo pursue in thought; to carry in contemplation."She runs the possibilities through her mind, trying to decide which college to attend. "mindphilosophyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo cause to enter; to thrust."The tailor runs the needle through the fabric to sew the button on. "actionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo drive or force; to cause, or permit, to be driven."The farmer runs the cattle into the barn before the storm. "actionprocessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo cause to be drawn; to mark out; to indicate; to determine."to run a line"actionwayprocessplanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo encounter or incur (a danger or risk)."He runs the risk of failing the test if he doesn't study. "actionsituationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo put at hazard; to venture; to risk."He runs the risk of failing the exam if he doesn't study. "actionbetChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo tease with sarcasms and ridicule."His older brother always runs him about his bad haircut. "communicationattitudecharacterChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo sew (a seam) by passing the needle through material in a continuous line, generally taking a series of stitches on the needle at the same time."The tailor carefully runs a seam along the edge of the new dress. "materialworkChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo control or have precedence in a card game."Every three or four hands he would run the table."gameChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be in form thus, as a combination of words."The advertisement slogan "Buy now, pay later" runs well. "languagewritingwordChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be popularly known; to be generally received."The rumor that the school is closing runs rampant. "communicationmediacultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo have growth or development."Boys and girls run up rapidly."businesseconomyfinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo tend, as to an effect or consequence; to incline."His explanation runs to blaming others, rather than accepting responsibility. "tendencyoutcomewayChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo have a legal course; to be attached; to continue in force, effect, or operation; to follow; to go in company."Certain covenants run with the land."lawpropertyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo encounter or suffer (a particular, usually bad, fate or misfortune)."If you don't wear a helmet while biking, you run the risk of a serious head injury. "sufferingnegativeactionconditioneventChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo strike (the ball) in such a way as to cause it to run along the ground, as when approaching a hole."He runs the golf ball carefully toward the hole to avoid the bunker. "sportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo speedrun."He runs the entire Super Mario Bros. game in under five minutes. "entertainmentcomputinggameChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading