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Run

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Illustration of "Run": At its core, "run" is the act of moving rapidly on foot, where both feet are off the ground for a br

What does "Run" mean?

At its core, "run" is the act of moving rapidly on foot, where both feet are off the ground for a brief moment in each step. Beyond this physical motion, it functions as a versatile verb describing the operation of machines, the flow of liquids, or the management of a business or project. In casual conversation, "run" is incredibly flexible. You might "run" a business, "run" a bath, or "run" into a friend. It implies a sense of activity, momentum, or continuous function. When used in a professional context, it often implies being in charge or responsible for the output of a system or team.

"Run" in conversation

Scheduling a meeting

Can we run this meeting on Monday instead?

Can we run this meeting on Monday instead?

I can't, I have to run the department briefing at ten.

I can't, I have to run the department briefing at ten.

'Run' here implies organizing or leading a meeting.

Morning exercise

Are you going for a run today?

Are you going for a run today?

I'm planning to run five miles before the heat sets in.

I'm planning to run five miles before the heat sets in.

Standard usage for physical exercise.

"Run" in a sentence

  1. I run to the park every morning.

    I run to the park every morning.

  2. She runs a very successful bakery downtown.

    She runs a very successful bakery downtown.

  3. The software has been running without any errors for a week.

    The software has been running without any errors for a week.

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