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run somebody into

 

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Term: run somebody into

Description:

"Run somebody into" is a phrasal verb that can have different meanings depending on the context. It is often used to describe the action of forcefully bringing someone into a place, such as a police station or a hospital, often involving legal or authority-related matters. Additionally, it can refer to the act of causing someone to become tired or exhausted from physical activity.

Examples:

Sense 1: Forcefully bring someone into a place:

Example 1: The police officer promised to run the suspect into the station for questioning.

Example 2: The doctor decided to run the injured patient into the emergency room immediately.

Sense 2: Cause someone to become tired or exhausted:

Example 1: The intense workout routine really ran me into, but I feel great now.

Example 2: Running a marathon can easily run even the fittest athletes into exhaustion.

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