as in holding up
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as in chatting
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
we were just running on about how neither of us has aged a bit after all these years
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as in remaining
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
allow the savings account to run on for now
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as in going on
to talk at length without sticking to a topic or getting to a point
she's very sweet, but she does tend to run on
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Recent Examples of running on
Denise Petski, Deadline, 8 June 2026
If an attacker needs code running on your Mac first, a fake app can become the front door.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t a ton of noteworthy deals running on the site right this second.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 18 May 2026
With the 2022 release of I Love to Lie, the pair hit the ground running on the touring circuit, opening for artists like Wet Leg and beabadoobee.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 18 May 2026
The Nuggets appear to be running on empty by the fourth quarter of each contest.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 27 Apr. 2026
Police said people quickly scattered, with some fleeing in cars and others running on foot.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
This is, without question, the funniest musical currently running on Broadway.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
Two of the current three seats on the commission are up for election this year, and Republican incumbents face both primary challengers and Democratic opponents running on the message of affordability.
—ABC News, 6 Apr. 2026
Verb
The quick clip begins from a dog’s POV, with the sound of paws running on the ground and an occasional bark in the background.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 8 June 2026
If an attacker needs code running on your Mac first, a fake app can become the front door.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t a ton of noteworthy deals running on the site right this second.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 18 May 2026
With the 2022 release of I Love to Lie, the pair hit the ground running on the touring circuit, opening for artists like Wet Leg and beabadoobee.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 18 May 2026
The Nuggets appear to be running on empty by the fourth quarter of each contest.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 27 Apr. 2026
Police said people quickly scattered, with some fleeing in cars and others running on foot.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
This is, without question, the funniest musical currently running on Broadway.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
Two of the current three seats on the commission are up for election this year, and Republican incumbents face both primary challengers and Democratic opponents running on the message of affordability.
—ABC News, 6 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for running on
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When Dickens overhears his son Baby chatting with Andersen during storytime, and the child’s painful stutter is gone, Dickens is grateful, at least temporarily, for Andersen’s presence.—
Stuart Miller,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Taylor recalls a young boy who spent an entire tour at the front of the group, eagerly asking questions and chatting between stops.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
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Any remaining threats will clear out of the Midwest Thursday and shift into the East.—
Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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Wipe the remaining interior with a wet, non-abrasive sponge to remove any residue, then dry with a clean cloth.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
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Private letters from the late Princess Diana to actor Terence Stamp, who died last year, are going on sale, offering a rare glimpse into the depth of their friendship.—
Kimberly Richardson,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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From new restaurants to hotels, art shows, and more, there’s a lot going on out on Long Island this year.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
11 June 2026
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Sehic said there were many people at the restaurant at the time, and said Campbell was talking to someone else at the bar when he was approached by Harakh.—
Neal Riley,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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But the Heat and the Bucks have been talking for months and not agreed to a deal because the Bucks don’t love the Heat’s offer.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2026
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Lead drama actress slipped to 63 from 75, continuing a long decline from 109 in 2023 and 114 in 2022.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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The overall work has driven innovations in PTSD treatment, unique needs of women veterans, insomnia, racial disparities in mental health treatment, isolation and trauma, connecting civilians to military community and veteran leadership and continuing service.—
THR Staff,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2026
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Her brother Rick Hall had a mental health crisis that left him rambling incoherently and tossing items around a bar parking lot late one night in May 2021 outside Baltimore.—
Austin Fast,
USA Today,
20 Nov. 2025
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Don’t waste time rambling with a lengthy introduction.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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The chatbot, capable of conversing in natural language, captivated global audiences and has since developed advanced coding, voice interaction and image generation capabilities.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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In the trailer, Cusack is seen conversing with Woody about what's to come.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
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Sky diving companies operate in the region eight or nine months of the year, with the season usually starting in late March or early April and lasting into October or November.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 June 2026
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Skydiving companies operate in the region eight or nine months of the year, with the season usually starting in late March or early April and lasting into October or November.—
Kristin M. Hall,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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“Running on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/running%20on. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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