make a run for

phrase

US
: to attempt to win (something)
She made a run for a seat in the Senate.

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Ahead of the 2026 season, Barnett was confident in his team’s offense and believed the Cardinals were ready to make a run for the conference title. Pj Green august 30, Kansas City Star, 30 Aug. 2026 With an airy and light texture, donuts don’t eat too heavy, so everyone is ready to make a run for the waves. Natalie Hoy, Southern Living, 12 July 2026 California Governor Gavin Newsom is expected to make a run for president in 2028. Bloomberg, Mercury News, 22 Mar. 2026 Some spots will make a run for temperatures in the 60s. Kate Bilo, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for make a run for

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“Make a run for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/make%20a%20run%20for. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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