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/ΙΉΚnz/
English
Definitions
noun
- Act or instance of running, of moving rapidly using the feet.βI just got back from my morning run.β
- Act or instance of hurrying (to or from a place) (not necessarily by foot); dash or errand, trip.βI need to make a run to the store.β
- A pleasure trip.βLet's go for a run in the car.β
- Flight, instance or period of fleeing.
verb
- To move swiftly.
- (fluids) To flow.
- (of a vessel) To sail before the wind, in distinction from reaching or sailing close-hauled.
- To control or manage, be in charge of.βHe is running the candidate's expensive campaign.β
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