nounπShareA defined, narrow section of land or an artificial structure used for access."The toy airplane needed long, smooth runways to take off properly in the sandbox. "areaplacevehiclebuildingtechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe usual path taken by deer or other wild animals, such as from a forest to a water source."The hunter followed the faint deer runways through the tall grass, hoping to find where they led to the river. "natureanimalenvironmentwayChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA narrow walkway (often on a platform) extending from a stage on which people walk, especially one used by models during fashion shows."The models walked confidently down the runways, showcasing the latest clothing designs. "culturestyleentertainmentwearChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareIn javelin, long jump, and similar events: a short track along which athletes can accelerate themselves for their jumps or throws."The long jump athletes practiced their sprints on the runways before the track meet. "sportactionplaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA section of land, usually paved, for airplanes to land on or take off from."The airport's long runways were busy with planes taking off and landing. "vehicleplacetechnologytrafficChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareHence, the number of months that a startup company can operate on its cash reserves."The startup's runways were short; after only six months, they needed to secure more funding or face closure. "businessfinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA stream bed."During the dry season, the narrow runways carved by the stream were just dusty paths filled with pebbles. "geologygeographyenvironmentnatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
