Synonyms of runs along

runs along

verb

present tense third-person singular of run along

as in moves

to leave a place often for another

I'd love to stay longer, but I must be running along

Synonyms & Similar Words

• moves
• exits
• departs
• goes
• gets
• goes off
• gets off
• parts
• pulls out
• takes off
• walks out
• peels off
• digs out
• pushes off
• starts
• escapes
• shoves (off)
• steps (along)
• clears off
• pushes on
• cuts out
• bugs off
• flees
• evacuates
• clears out
• bails out
• beats it
• takes a hike
• quits
• flies
• hits the road
• buggers off
• books
• sets out
• bails
• buzzes (off)
• packs (up or off)
• sallies (forth)
• takes a powder
• runs away
• bugs out
• pulls stakes
• withdraws
• retires
• strikes out
• goes out
• retreats
• gets out
• vamooses
• scarpers
• skips
• emigrates
• pikes (out or off)
• steps out
• removes
• abandons
• lights out
• absconds
• deserts
• scats
• mizzles
• vacates
• forsakes
• scrams
• decamps
• adjourns

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• comes
• shows up
• turns up
• remains
• arrives
• stays
• dwells
• approaches
• settles
• abides
• reaches
• closes
• lands
• hits
• nears
• lodges
• tarries

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of runs along

The carbon-fiber Blackbird predominantly references its aeronautical namesake through its exterior styling, most notably the distinctive delineation that runs along the flanks. — Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026

It’s dimly lit by oil lamps with polished wooden tables and a sturdy oak bar that runs along the back. — Usa Today Network, USA Today, 29 July 2026

The election in the 25th Congressional District, which runs along the Atlantic coast from Delray Beach to Miami Beach, is seen by all major independent congressional election analysts as a toss-up that could go either way. — Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 18 July 2026

Marche runs along the country’s calf between Emilia-Romagna and Abruzzo, built on small provincial cities, family-run vineyards and a coastline most travelers skip past entirely (for now, that is). — Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Columbus’ most vibrant corridor runs along High Street and is built for wandering, with galleries, murals, boutiques, and bars packed into a walkable stretch. — Rafael Pena, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026

The Pacific Coast Highway that runs along 655 miles of rugged California coastline and picturesque coastal towns earned the ninth spot. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 7 July 2026

The parade runs along Como Avenue from Luther Place to Knapp Street. — Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 1 July 2026

This cherry hardwood floor also has an attractive maple inlay that runs along the border of the room and there is crown molding. — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 21 June 2026