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/ɹʌnz/ English

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noun

  1. Act or instance of running, of moving rapidly using the feet.β€œI just got back from my morning run.”
  2. Act or instance of hurrying (to or from a place) (not necessarily by foot); dash or errand, trip.β€œI need to make a run to the store.”
  3. A pleasure trip.β€œLet's go for a run in the car.”
  4. Flight, instance or period of fleeing.

verb

  1. To move swiftly.
  2. (fluids) To flow.
  3. (of a vessel) To sail before the wind, in distinction from reaching or sailing close-hauled.
  4. To control or manage, be in charge of.β€œHe is running the candidate's expensive campaign.”

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