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Definition of running (over)next
present participle of run (over)

running over

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verb (2)

present participle of run over

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Recent Examples of running (over)
Verb
This model takes a field of placeholder tokens running over the canvas multiple times to generate likely tokens and using those to improve estimation of others. ArsTechnica, 10 June 2026 In recent weeks, a series of media reports, notably by French investigative website Mediapart, brought into public attention allegations by multiple women running over decades against Bruel, prompting additional complaints to be filed. ABC News, 9 June 2026 Shortly before running over Lindsey, Milligan said Lindsey approached his vehicle and pulled on the door’s handles, the statement said. Caroline Zimmerman may 28, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2026 LaMelo Ball must sit down for a legal interview about the day he is accused of running over a child’s foot outside the Spectrum Center, a judge ordered a month before the star Charlotte Hornets player is expected to go to trial in the civil case. Julia Coin may 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026 The driver continued on after running over the man, the complaint states. Wcco Staff, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026 Frank Castle, who is seen running over Peter during a car chase. Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026 Jayden Ryan Wallace was charged with first-degree vehicular homicide after running over North Hall High School teacher Jason Hughes outside of Hughes' home on Friday night. Maya Rosenberg, NBC news, 11 Mar. 2026 That year’s Games will take place in part of the largest interconnected ski area on the planet, running over about 600 km. Chantelle Lee, Time, 16 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for running (over)
Verb
  • Spend time walking around, snapping photos, or visiting the small interactive museum, ZOOOM, where a short 3D film flies viewers over the mountain range; admission is included in the ticket price.
    Lauren David, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2026
  • Local baseball legend Derrek Lee attested that, after visiting all 30 big-league cities, West Sacramento deserves to be among them.
    Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
Verb
  • During pre-game warm-ups, Spurs guard Stephon Castle was practicing driving into the line with a team staffer applying pressure.
    Andrew Greif, NBC news, 9 June 2026
  • One player who was not practicing was second round draft pick Gabe Jacas.
    Matt Schooley, CBS News, 9 June 2026
Verb
  • His latest original series Keep the Meter Running sees him hop into a cab, ask the cabbie to take him to their favorite place, and, yes, keep the meter running in the process.
    Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026
  • Haaland, by contrast, is running in a blue state and has a strong shot at her state's governorship.
    James Powel, USA Today, 3 June 2026
Verb
  • On his way to release, Prince learned exactly how to give haircuts to them to please both the cult fans coming over from previous albums and his new mainstream fanbase.
    Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, VIBE.com, 7 June 2026
  • Hill was known for his blocking prowess, coming over from the Dolphins.
    Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
Verb
  • And then, her par putt on 18 – measured at 2 feet, 10 inches – spun tantalizingly around the rim of the cup before dropping in and ending the suspense.
    Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
  • Williams pops off Williams scored 10 early points, knocking down a few 3-pointers and dropping in a layup to get the crowd going, and then canning a smooth midrange shot to get up to double figures within five minutes.
    Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
Verb
  • The first boardwalk in the United States opened there in 1870, luring tourists coming by train from Philadelphia and New York.
    Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
  • Traders place 64% odds on the next interest rate hike coming by July 2027.
    Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 19 May 2026
Verb
  • More parents today are stepping in, or thinking about helping their kids secure keys to a home.
    Jake Angelo, Fortune, 27 May 2026
  • With David ultimately stepping in as director, his family saw it through.
    ABC News, ABC News, 20 May 2026
Verb
  • But natural gas use actually grew slightly in the first quarter, which meant coal took an even greater hit, with its use dropping by over 10 percent.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 22 May 2026
  • The investigation took a toll on the organization, with donations dropping by more than two-thirds in 2017 to less than $1 million.
    Dan Alexander, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026

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“Running (over).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/running%20%28over%29. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.

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