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
Max Bultman, New York Times, 29 June 2025
On Friday night, the Mets gave up seven total runs in the second and sixth innings, leading to a 9-1 loss in Pittsburgh.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 29 June 2025
Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 3 July 2025
Community members of the Adora Trails neighborhood, near Riggs and Higley roads, packed the Gilbert Town Hall Tuesday and spoke for nearly two hours about their run-ins with cows.
—Maritza Dominguez, AZCentral.com, 3 July 2025
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Verb
And for Solomon, who did get some run in the USHL as well, Draper emphasized his shot.
—Max Bultman, New York Times, 29 June 2025
On Friday night, the Mets gave up seven total runs in the second and sixth innings, leading to a 9-1 loss in Pittsburgh.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 29 June 2025
Noun
Then there is the sporting element itself, which at times necessitates being someone for everyone — fast and flat run-ins for the sprinters, peloton-splitting climbs for the GC men — but above all, variety for the viewer.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 3 July 2025
Community members of the Adora Trails neighborhood, near Riggs and Higley roads, packed the Gilbert Town Hall Tuesday and spoke for nearly two hours about their run-ins with cows.
—Maritza Dominguez, AZCentral.com, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for run in
Verb
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott has since visited Camp Mystic, declaring a state of emergency and pledging continued support for search and rescue operations.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
8 July 2025
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The intricate dynamics Karolína must navigate in order to be selected for the 10-person tour, already scheduled to visit New York City, would be enough for most films.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
7 July 2025
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The men were arrested after a shooting in June on eastbound I-70 that killed 20-year-old Eduardo Alexander Alvarado Urrea of Silver Spring, state police said in a Monday news release.—
Racquel Bazos,
Baltimore Sun,
1 July 2025
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Since his return to office on January 20, his administration has arrested thousands of undocumented immigrants as part of a widespread crackdown, which critics say is spreading fear in vulnerable communities.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
Noun
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But policing experts say the aggressive approach is provoking unnecessarily dangerous encounters.—
Lauren Villagran,
USA Today,
28 June 2025
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Plant, then 18, had a brief but powerful encounter with the princess that sparked her lifelong mission to honor Diana’s legacy.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
28 June 2025
Verb
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In 2024, the DEA seized more than 60 million counterfeit pills and nearly 8,000 pounds of fentanyl powder nationwide — enough to deliver more than 380 million lethal doses.—
Mark Michalek,
Denver Post,
28 June 2025
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Holding its 24th edition from July 4 – 12, the Swiss showcase for fantastical film, Asian cinema and digital creation has evolved in tow, growing from upstart to institution as outré fare and auteurs seized ever-greater opportunities.—
Ben Croll,
Variety,
27 June 2025
Verb
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Now, folks heading to Shenandoah National Park or beyond can grab some gas, hit the jerky wall, nab a Dr Pepper Icee, load up on fudge, use the famously clean bathrooms, and stock up on Buc-ee’s merch before heading back out on the road.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
30 June 2025
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My father seemed to crumple a little, shuddering, grabbing the edge of his desk to steady himself.—
Ottessa Moshfegh,
New Yorker,
30 June 2025
Verb
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Journal comes over from iOS to help organise your thoughts and ideas—no doubt with some Continuity for synchronising, and a new Phone app supports calls and messaging again through Continuity.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Tyrese Martin, who came over with Hurley from Rhode Island, went in the second round in 2022 and established himself with the Brooklyn Nets last year.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
25 June 2025
Verb
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Only with the arrival of Renato Paiva — another Portuguese coach — did things begin to pick up again.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
27 June 2025
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The pair met on a reality show centered around gay women that was subsequently not picked up.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
26 June 2025
Verb
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The company has positioned AI agents as the next step in customer relationship management.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Throughout the war, numerous clans, civil society groups and factions — including Hamas' secular political rival Fatah — have stepped in to help provide security for the aid convoys.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
26 June 2025
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