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run·ning
 running
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- pronunciation:
- ruh
nIng
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective, adverb
- phrases:
- in the running, out of the running
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, adjective)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the act or activity of one that runs.
She took up running two years ago and now she's preparing for a marathon. |
| definition 2: |
directing or managing, as of a business.
After his heart attack, he gave over the running of the business to his brother. |
| related words: |
operation |
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| phrase: |
in the running, out of the running |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
flowing.
We could hear the sound of running water. |
| definition 2: |
begun or carried out while running.
The receiver made a brilliant running catch.- similar words:
- active, operative
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| definition 3: |
linear.
The lumber is sold by the running foot. |
| definition 4: |
extending continuously; sustained.
She and I have had this running argument for as long as we can remember. |
| related words: |
athletic, moving, working |
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| part of speech: |
adverb |
| definition: |
in continuous sequence; consecutively.
He's been absent from work for nine days running.- synonyms:
- straight
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