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run around like a chicken with its head cut off
act in a frenzied and disorganized way.
run around with
to spend time with someone casually
run at the mouth
talk excessively without much thought.
run away from
To escape or avoid something difficult.
run by
to discuss something with someone for approval
run down the clock
to use up available time deliberately
run for
To compete in an election for an official position.
run for one's life
to escape danger quickly
run for one's money
a strong challenge or competition
run for the hills
flee from danger quickly
run for the roses
to compete for a significant prize or success
run high
To be very strong or intense.
run hot and cold
To fluctuate between extremes in behavior.
run in the family
to be a common trait among relatives
run into
To meet someone by chance.
run into a brick wall
face an obstacle that stops progress.
run into the ground
To exhaust or overuse something completely.
run late
To be delayed and behind the expected schedule.
run of play
The general flow of a game or situation.
run off
produce copies quickly
run off at the mouth
to talk excessively or indiscreetly
run off with
to leave suddenly with someone or something.
run on
Continue without stopping.
run on empty
To have no energy or resources left.