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What is another word for Run? – 143 Run Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    sprint rush hurry dash dart bolt flee escape elope hurry hasten speed race chase pursue follow jog trot canter gallop lope scamper scurry scramble run away make a run for it take off make a break for it leg it hotfoot it high-tail it beat a retreat make a run take flight

    Meaning of Run

    To move quickly on foot, typically because you are in a hurry or trying to escape

    Definitions

    • To compete in a race or other athletic competition
    • To be a candidate in an election
    • To manage or operate something
    • To flow or move smoothly and continuously

    Example Uses

    • I have to run to catch the bus, or I'll be late for work
    • She's going to run in the marathon next weekend
    • He's running for president in the upcoming election
    • The company will run a series of advertisements on social media
    • The river runs through the center of the city

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    stop halt stand stay wait pause delay linger dawdle loiter saunter stroll amble walk plod trudge crawl creep slow down slow up decelerate come to a standstill come to a halt freeze grind to a halt