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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
Cody Thorn, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2025
The Yankees hit around in the second and fifth innings, scoring five runs in each.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 12 May 2025
Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2025
From a family of Italian descent, the brothers took wildly different paths, with Robert Sirico going the route of the faithful and Tony heading first for some run-ins with the law, then to Hollywood.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 10 May 2025
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Verb
Ybarra scored a second run in the sixth inning on a throwing error.
—Cody Thorn, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2025
The Yankees hit around in the second and fifth innings, scoring five runs in each.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 12 May 2025
Noun
The mayor also extended an olive branch to the City Council with which some had run-ins with Taylor during her administration.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2025
From a family of Italian descent, the brothers took wildly different paths, with Robert Sirico going the route of the faithful and Tony heading first for some run-ins with the law, then to Hollywood.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 10 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for run in
Verb
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The four European leaders jointly visited Kyiv last week and have been calling for Trump to back new sanctions on Russia.—
Pavel Polityuk,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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However, our grief was at its peak when friends from Canine Companions came to visit and said another release dog needed a home.—
Dean Koontz,
People.com,
20 May 2025
Verb
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The former record executive, who was arrested in 2015 on suspicion of murder in a hit-and-run incident that killed businessman Terry Carter, reportedly agreed to a $1.5 million settlement in the wrongful death case on April 29, according to Rolling Stone.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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The man was arrested in the early hours of Tuesday on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life in connection with the fire and two further incidents, police said.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
13 May 2025
Noun
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Some, including National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard, are reportedly wary of the encounter, while others, such as Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, support it for its potential to foster new deals.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
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Some of the encounters were video recorded and took place over days, according to prosecutors.—
Elizabeth Wagmeister,
CNN Money,
12 May 2025
Verb
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The White House, with Vice President JD Vance’s experience in tech, should seize this moment to build a national AI strategy that does not leave the workers behind.—
Lynn Forester de Rothschild,
Time,
11 May 2025
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This time, the case moved forward alongside multiple simultaneous investigations and cases in other states, and in 2018, the federal government seized Backpage and it was taken down.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
11 May 2025
Verb
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Combs returns to the scene shortly thereafter and appears to grab at the phone.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Rutgers teammates Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey might end up as No. 2 and No. 3 overall, but the Hornets will be able to grab one if not.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2025
Verb
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Jennifer cheers and scoops Nellie up into a big hug as her husband comes over to join in the celebrations.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
9 May 2025
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Danny Amendola, who came over from the Rams and signed a five-year, $28.5 million contract with the Patriots, was supposed to take Welker’s place as Brady’s security blanket.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
6 May 2025
Verb
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Five-time major winner Rory McIlroy picked up his Bear’s Club home from fellow major champion Ernie Els in 2017.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
21 May 2025
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Additionally, can openers often pick up trace amounts of canning liquid that dry on the blades, leaving them encrusted and dull.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 May 2025
Verb
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That said, this agreement is a small step in a better direction.—
The Editors,
National Review,
10 May 2025
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Correcting old pruning errors is a critical first step in restoring the trees to health.—
Nicole Sours Larson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 May 2025
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“Run in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/run%20in. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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