as in holding up
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as in chatting
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 remaining
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 going 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 running on
Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 18 May 2026
With the 2022 release of I Love to Lie, the pair hit the ground running on the touring circuit, opening for artists like Wet Leg and beabadoobee.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 18 May 2026
The Nuggets appear to be running on empty by the fourth quarter of each contest.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 27 Apr. 2026
Police said people quickly scattered, with some fleeing in cars and others running on foot.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
This is, without question, the funniest musical currently running on Broadway.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
Two of the current three seats on the commission are up for election this year, and Republican incumbents face both primary challengers and Democratic opponents running on the message of affordability.
—ABC News, 6 Apr. 2026
The federal government’s ability to wreak havoc and attempt to silence our communities depends mightily on the machines running on our streets and in data centers.
—Jennifer Piper, Denver Post, 23 Mar. 2026
Whitney recommends using the first full day to absorb the energy of a new place while everyone is still running on adrenaline.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Mar. 2026
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However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t a ton of noteworthy deals running on the site right this second.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 18 May 2026
With the 2022 release of I Love to Lie, the pair hit the ground running on the touring circuit, opening for artists like Wet Leg and beabadoobee.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 18 May 2026
The Nuggets appear to be running on empty by the fourth quarter of each contest.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 27 Apr. 2026
Police said people quickly scattered, with some fleeing in cars and others running on foot.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
This is, without question, the funniest musical currently running on Broadway.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
Two of the current three seats on the commission are up for election this year, and Republican incumbents face both primary challengers and Democratic opponents running on the message of affordability.
—ABC News, 6 Apr. 2026
The federal government’s ability to wreak havoc and attempt to silence our communities depends mightily on the machines running on our streets and in data centers.
—Jennifer Piper, Denver Post, 23 Mar. 2026
Whitney recommends using the first full day to absorb the energy of a new place while everyone is still running on adrenaline.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for running on
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Then, almost two years into the investigation, Langston stopped by the police station and was chatting with a different administrator, who asked Langston whether the initial search had also been conducted in an older database that not everybody on staff knew about.—
Yudhijit Bhattacharjee,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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When chatting at the Future 50 last summer, Green spoke for more than 12 minutes about his top schools and did not mention Georgia until the program was brought up.—
Jeff Sentell,
AJC.com,
15 May 2026
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Now there is space for the remaining patients to occupy their seats without the self-conscious drawing-in of arms and legs that comes from sitting too close to a stranger.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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With the semifinals finished, there are four teams remaining in the 2026 NBA Playoffs on the road to the NBA Finals.—
Rudie Obias,
HollywoodReporter,
19 May 2026
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The first quarter was back and forth until the Aces got hot, going on a 13-0 run over a 90-second stretch to break open a double-digit lead fueled by six points from Carter.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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All conversations are going on at the moment.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
7 May 2026
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The straight-talking Benatia, who became sporting director in January 2025 after previously working for the club in an advisory role, fit a similar mould.—
Tom Williams,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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Riley was equally at ease when talking with the dentist, listening patiently as the man described his fancy new house in a gentrified area.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
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Allied has also called for an injunction to stop Wallace-Harrison from continuing its body removal duties.—
Sam Charles,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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By continuing to increase the number of national broadcasts, the NFL has diluted the value of both RedZone and Sunday Ticket.—
Bobby Burack OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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Throughout the latter two videos, Ivey spoke to the camera while driving his car and rambling through various evangelical talking points.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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This rambling 1,200-acre Southern California ranch has both and much more, plus a supremely private and scenic locale on the outskirts of the historic community of San Juan Capistrano.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
10 Mar. 2026
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On her last day in Reggio Emilia, Middleton visited with schoolchildren in the woods—even sitting in the grass and sharing stories of her own kids while conversing with the students.—
Stefania Saltalamacchia,
Vanity Fair,
15 May 2026
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On April 30, the TikTok star, 25, and the Houston Texans wide receiver, 30, were spotted conversing at the Sports Illustrated x Authentic Brands Group party at The Surf Club Restaurant in Miami.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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Players tend to take on longer lasting sources of energy, but reaching for a quickfire caffeine or sugar hit in times of need is not unheard of and the psychological impact of feeling energized can be just as important as any actual boost.—
Ava Wallace,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Thoughtful touches, like gifting departing guests with delicate shell necklaces, make a lasting impression.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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“Running on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/running%20on. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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