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as in chats
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
we were just running on about how neither of us has aged a bit after all these years
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as in remains
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
allow the savings account to run on for now
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as in goes on
to talk at length without sticking to a topic or getting to a point
she's very sweet, but she does tend to run on
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Recent Examples of runs on
The spacecraft runs on supercold liquid methane and liquid oxygen—a lot of liquid oxygen and liquid methane, too much for the first stage of the rocket to muscle off the ground.
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Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 24 Oct. 2025
The most notable difference is that the IQ is powered by a battery, while the classic Escalade runs on gasoline.
—Liam Rappleye, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
In his first three postseason starts, Snell has allowed just two runs on six hits over 21 innings.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 23 Oct. 2025
The content lab runs on nonstop A/B testing.
—Callum McLennan, Variety, 17 Oct. 2025
Scherzer pitched 5⅔ innings and gave up two runs on three hits and four walks while striking out five Mariners.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2025
The sunset is reflected in the windows of the US Capitol as a man runs on the National Mall in Washington, DC, on October 1, 2025, the first day of the US federal government shutdown.
—Diana Olick, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
Finally, the Fire TV Stick 4K Select streaming device runs on the new Vega operating system and offers a 4K picture with support for HDR10+.
—Sarah Lord, PC Magazine, 2 Oct. 2025
The first four Reds reached against him instead, chipping away for a pair of runs on a Sal Stewart single and a fly ball that Tyler Stephenson got deep enough to score a run and raise the heart rates of the 50,465 at Dodger Stadium.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 24 Oct. 2025
The most notable difference is that the IQ is powered by a battery, while the classic Escalade runs on gasoline.
—Liam Rappleye, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
In his first three postseason starts, Snell has allowed just two runs on six hits over 21 innings.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 23 Oct. 2025
The content lab runs on nonstop A/B testing.
—Callum McLennan, Variety, 17 Oct. 2025
Scherzer pitched 5⅔ innings and gave up two runs on three hits and four walks while striking out five Mariners.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2025
The sunset is reflected in the windows of the US Capitol as a man runs on the National Mall in Washington, DC, on October 1, 2025, the first day of the US federal government shutdown.
—Diana Olick, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
Finally, the Fire TV Stick 4K Select streaming device runs on the new Vega operating system and offers a 4K picture with support for HDR10+.
—Sarah Lord, PC Magazine, 2 Oct. 2025
The first four Reds reached against him instead, chipping away for a pair of runs on a Sal Stewart single and a fly ball that Tyler Stephenson got deep enough to score a run and raise the heart rates of the 50,465 at Dodger Stadium.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for runs on
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Brie Larson chats about her new cookbook with Courtney McBroom Party People at Better Homes & Garden's Red Plaid Café in New York City.—
Lex Goldstein,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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One of the three new global ambassadors for BOSS Bottled Beyond, Maluma chats behind-the-scenes of shooting the new campaign with Bradley Cooper and Vinicius Júnior.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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For his part, Carney said his government remains ready to continue talks to reduce tariffs in certain sectors.—
Rob Gillies,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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Affordability was a central concern for voters in the 2024 presidential contest and remains relevant in the run up to the 2026 midterms, especially among younger voters.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
25 Oct. 2025
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Lewis goes on to say that only reading modern books is like trying to join a conversation halfway through.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
28 Oct. 2025
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In Möbius strip fashion, Gein grows obsessed with crime — and the toxic blooming of his obsession into murder goes on to enthrall the world.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
30 Sep. 2025
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The officer calmly and sweetly talks to the dog, calling to Moose to get the canine to come closer.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups talks Wednesday night with Deni Avdija.—
Tom Winter,
NBC news,
23 Oct. 2025
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Despite the conviction, Williams continues to assert his innocence.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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While oil continues to drive Saudi Arabia's economy, the kingdom is now expanding into areas such as artificial intelligence, tourism and sports to diversify its growth avenues.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
28 Oct. 2025
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Kachina rambles for 5 miles but the most vibrant color is found on the first half of the hike.—
Roger Naylor,
AZCentral.com,
10 Oct. 2025
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The residence rambles over more than 14,500 square feet with 13 bedrooms and nine and a half baths.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
16 Sep. 2025
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The average walk-through lasts about two hours and costs about $1,200 per hour.—
Amy Panos,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Oct. 2025
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The longer the shutdown lasts, the greater the risk of cargo backups at these Texas ports due to unpaid employees calling in sick.—
The NPR Network,
NPR,
24 Oct. 2025
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Each new round of tariffs rattles markets and makes investors more nervous about what the White House might do next.—
Veronique De Rugy,
Oc Register,
17 Oct. 2025
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The first is an earthquake that rattles the house into disarray.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Runs on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/runs%20on. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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