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as in to visit
to make a brief visit
I just thought I'd run in and pick up my package
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as in to arrest
to take or keep under one's control by authority of law
if we catch you shoplifting again, we're going to run you in
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Recent Examples of run in
Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 5 June 2025
The Braves built a 6-0 lead in the early innings, but the D-Backs plated seven runs in the ninth to complete the comeback.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 28 May 2025
Previous local news reports and public records reveal his previous run-ins with law enforcement.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 28 May 2025
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Verb
The smell of fresh cut grass, the warm hug of balmy days, and the familiar sound of the screen door slapping closed as the free-range children run in for a quick reprieve from the heat, all the sights and sounds of the season are in full swing.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 5 June 2025
The Braves built a 6-0 lead in the early innings, but the D-Backs plated seven runs in the ninth to complete the comeback.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
Noun
Jackson Clark and Delilah Stewart have had their fair share of run-ins over the years, often ending in disaster.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 28 May 2025
Previous local news reports and public records reveal his previous run-ins with law enforcement.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for run in
Verb
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In a video shared to TikTok on May 19, content creator Mister Lewis visits the restaurant and asks what the most expensive cocktail is.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
1 June 2025
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For more Lifestyle articles, visit foxnews.com/lifestyle Experts believe the walls were remains of pillar foundations.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2025
Verb
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He was arrested in late May and later released on bond, officials said.—
Sara Schilling,
Sacbee.com,
6 June 2025
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Georgia is then arrested and driven away in a cop car, setting the stage for an intense court battle and a potential prison sentence in Season 3.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Like Ventura, Jane testified that the encounters would sometimes last days.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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Those Readers Are Wrong The encounter with the grizzly itself lasted a matter of seconds, and there was no time to be nervous.—
Natalie Krebs,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2025
Verb
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Flores, a 70-year-old retired welder, had illegally seized a home five years ago after its owner, the California Department of Transportation, had left it vacant.—
Liam Dillon,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
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This harmonious and uplifting transit encourages you to take bold steps toward your desires and seize opportunities that come your way.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
3 June 2025
Verb
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Scott grabbed some pizza and returned to park her Subaru near the West Shore Market to wait for Serafini.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
6 June 2025
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Appeal To All Five Senses People still like going out, meeting others and grabbing coffee.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Verb
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Holmes, like Soto, came over as a free agent from the Yankees, where he had been used as a short reliever.—
Tony Blengino,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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In the recent Lollapalooza: The Uncensored Story of Alternative Rock’s Wildest Festival oral history, Andrews talked about Tool getting the band on the tour and being nervous that so many other bands would come over to watch their sets.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
3 June 2025
Verb
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Our caring culture is oriented around our mission—around helping protect people, preparing them for the future and picking up the pieces when the unexpected occurs.—
Terrance Williams,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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When a shopkeeper sent a young employee to pick up a pallet for sale on the internet, the employee was robbed at gunpoint of six thousand dollars.—
Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
2 June 2025
Verb
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Pierre’s character steps in as Taylor’s romantic interest with a steamy makeout session.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
3 June 2025
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When fears of global recession sent oil prices tumbling and put pressure on the naira, the central bank had the firepower to step in, selling reserves to smooth out temporary disorder.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 June 2025
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“Run in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/run%20in. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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