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Pronunciation: [/ɹʌn/]

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run: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use run in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “movement”

(verb) to move fast by taking quick steps with your legs. When you run, you go faster than when you walk.

Example

I run in the park every morning to stay healthy.

Example

She doesn't like to run because she gets tired quickly.

Example

Do you like to run or walk for exercise?

Context: “sport”

(noun) a sports event where people compete to see who can run the fastest. In running races, participants run a specific distance to reach a finish line.

Example

He won the gold medal in the 100-meter run at the track meet.

Example

She sprained her ankle and had to withdraw from the upcoming run.

Example

Have you ever participated in a long-distance run?

Context: “operate”

(verb) to operate or manage something, especially a business or organization. When you run a business, you make decisions and oversee its operations.

Example

He runs a successful bakery in the neighborhood.

Example

The company's CEO was removed after running the business into debt.

Example

How do you plan to run your new company efficiently?

How to pronounce run

Pronunciation: [/ɹʌn/]

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