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run a risk
To expose oneself to potential danger.
run a temperature
have a high body temperature due to illness.
run about
move around energetically; be active.
run across
To find or meet by chance.
run afoul of
To get into trouble with rules.
run amok
to behave wildly or uncontrollably
run and gun
To act quickly and aggressively.
run around
to move about in a chaotic manner
run around after
to chase or pursue someone energetically
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 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 increase significantly or rapidly.
run hot and cold
To fluctuate between extremes in behavior.
run in the family
shared by family members.
run into a brick wall
face an obstacle that stops progress.
run into the ground
To exhaust or overuse something completely.