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on the run

 

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Term: On the run

Part of speech: Phrase

Senses:

  1. Popular: Being in a state of constant movement or actively avoiding capture, usually by law enforcement authorities.
  2. Local: Being busy or hurried, typically while trying to accomplish multiple tasks or meet various commitments.

Usage:

  1. Popular:
    • He is on the run from the police after the robbery.
    • The fugitive has been on the run for weeks.
    • They lived on the run, constantly changing their location to avoid detection.
  2. Local:
    • I have been on the run all day, attending meetings and running errands.
    • She's always on the run, juggling work, family, and social commitments.
    • With so much to do, I feel like I'm constantly on the run.

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