1
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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2
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
Will Sammon, New York Times, 18 Apr. 2025
The Royals tacked on another run in that inning when Maikel Garcia reached on a two-out infield single and Bobby Witt Jr. followed with an RBI double.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 16 Apr. 2025
Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 18 Apr. 2025
Mat, per usual, really goes for a ride in this episode — including a near-death experience and a frightening run-in with a wish-granting creature.
—Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 17 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Taylor went 1-for-3 with a run in the Mets’ 4-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 18 Apr. 2025
The Royals tacked on another run in that inning when Maikel Garcia reached on a two-out infield single and Bobby Witt Jr. followed with an RBI double.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 16 Apr. 2025
Noun
His previous run-ins with the law include a 2006 charge for a DUI and marijuana possession after being involved in a car crash.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 18 Apr. 2025
Mat, per usual, really goes for a ride in this episode — including a near-death experience and a frightening run-in with a wish-granting creature.
—Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for run in
Verb
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Many face trouble in getting to a hospital, given the burden of travel, the exhaustion of prolonged treatments, and the emotional strain of needing to visit medical facilities constantly, all while not knowing what the future holds.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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For more information about the Bold Beauty Project and to view past exhibitions, visit www.BoldBeautyProject.com or follow @boldbeautyproj on Instagram.—
Jay’Mi Vazquez,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2025
Verb
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During the court hearing, the Florida Highway Patrol was the only agency mentioned as an arresting agency in those cases, including the one of the U.S. citizen.—
Ana Ceballos,
Miami Herald,
19 Apr. 2025
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Azle High School teacher and head softball coach Carlos Font has been arrested after a former student reported having an inappropriate relationship with the teacher several years ago, school district officials said in a message to parents.—
Amy McDaniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Victor Perez was shot 9 times during an encounter on April 5.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The family of a Rancho Cucamonga resident who died after an encounter with San Bernardino County sheriff’s deputies last year is suing the city and the Sheriff’s Department, alleging excessive force and wrongful death.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Fifty years ago this week Communist forces seized the city of Saigon bringing an end to the Vietnam war.—
Greg Dixon,
NPR,
29 Apr. 2025
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Officials seized less than 50 pounds of fentanyl along the U.S. northern border in the 2024 fiscal year, according to the AP, citing U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) data.—
Mohammed Soliman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Antetokounmpo finished the game by scoring 36 points, grabbing 13 rebounds, and blocking two shots.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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Police said that once Davis left the apartment, the surviving 10-year-old quickly grabbed her baby brother, locked the door and called for help.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Canada, the second largest market for U.S. spirits exports, imposed a 25% tariff in on alcohol coming over the border in March, and several provinces have removed product from shelves.—
Brandon Gomez,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2025
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Austin invites Craig to come over and party with his circle of pals, and the evening turns into a disaster.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Later, picking up a job packing CDs (from midnight until 5am) at a factory in Bourton-on-the-Water while studying at university.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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When the preaching and singing was done and the funeral ended, the Gentlemen picked up the casket again and carted it onto the back of the white truck often called the Popemobile.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
27 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Venus in Aries connects with Mars in Leo, pushing us to take steps in building affiliations.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
28 Apr. 2025
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For example, a cross-functional team might identify redundant processes or unnecessary steps in a workflow.—
Prashanthi Kolluru,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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