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as in to visit
to make a brief visit
I just thought I'd run in and pick up my package
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as in to arrest
to take or keep under one's control by authority of law
if we catch you shoplifting again, we're going to run you in
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Recent Examples of run in
Michael Huntley, Oc Register, 7 Mar. 2026
Kiley had spent the last two months publicly eliminating potential congressional districts to run in.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 7 Mar. 2026
David Caraccio
march 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
LaBeouf is no stranger to run-ins with the law.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 1 Mar. 2026
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Verb
San Juan Hills scored three runs in three consecutive innings in a stunning 11-0 rout of Cypress in a nonleague baseball game Friday at Cypress High.
—Michael Huntley, Oc Register, 7 Mar. 2026
Kiley had spent the last two months publicly eliminating potential congressional districts to run in.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Noun
The ranch includes two working barns, 10 stalls, extensive paddocks with run-ins and irrigated turnouts.
—David Caraccio
march 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
LaBeouf is no stranger to run-ins with the law.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 1 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for run in
Verb
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For more details on the claims process or to download a claim form, visit the Hoosier Lottery Winners page or contact the customer service team at 1-800-955-6886.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
7 Mar. 2026
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In our roundup of travel news this week, why social bathhouses are a hot new wellness trend, the Portuguese chicken shop Chinese tourists are traveling thousands of miles to visit, plus travel chaos in the Middle East.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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After a series of field sobriety tests, Spears was arrested and booked into the Ventura County Jail.—
Derek Lawrence,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Mar. 2026
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Britney Spears arrested The pop superstar was arrested Wednesday night on suspicion of driving under the influence, according to the California Highway Patrol.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This could have been a fatal encounter.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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Shields previously detailed her encounter with Kennedy in a 2023 interview with Howard Stern.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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During their investigation, officials seized more than 175 pounds of methamphetamine and fentanyl.—
Chelsea Hylton,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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During the investigation, federal and local law enforcement seized more than 175 pounds of methamphetamine and fentanyl, authorities said, around $80,000 in cash and six firearms.—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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Heo re-holstered his Taser, intending to apprehend Best by grabbing or tackling him, Prescott said.—
Kellie Love,
Hartford Courant,
9 Mar. 2026
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While the two men struggle with the jammed backdoor, Weisz’s character tosses them both a look before rushing toward the flames to grab her unfinished manuscript, written on legal pads, and dashing out of the cabin just in time.—
Meg Walters,
Glamour,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But further cuts could come over the summer.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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McDermott, 55, with more than 30 years’ experience, had worked with Pettit in the Crown Point Community School Corporation before coming over to Duneland to become his top assistant in 2019.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In what was being described Thursday as a seller’s market, perhaps GMs will pick up the phone Friday and pony up.—
Jeremy Rutherford,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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On a volume basis, Georgia film and TV production appears to be picking up.—
Rodney Ho,
AJC.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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The move drew criticism from some employees and observers who argued that OpenAI appeared to step in after Anthropic refused the terms.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Annette isn't convinced by the dress selected by Carolyn's boss, but when Carolyn steps in and offers up a simple men's suit, Annette happily accepts it.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Run in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/run%20in. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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