RUNS ON Synonyms: 101 Similar and Opposite Words

runs on

verb

present tense third-person singular of run on

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 Chris Roycroft earned his first career save, allowing two runs on four hits in three innings. — ABC News, 24 July 2026 That system runs on batteries and hydrogen fuel cells, but doesn’t include on-site solar power, and involves trucking in the hydrogen rather than producing it there. — IEEE Spectrum, 15 July 2026 Royals starting pitcher Luinder Avila had an uneven outing, allowing three runs on seven hits in five innings with three walks and three strikeouts. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 11 July 2026 Right-hander Kyle Hurt opened and surrendered two runs on three hits through 1⅔ innings. — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026 In his first loss since May, Alcantara actually pitched slightly better than his typical start this season, allowing three runs on five hits while striking out eight. — Tyler M. Carmona july 10, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026 The Physical Side Of The Digital World The tech industry runs on infrastructure most people never see. — Charley Daitch, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 The state fair, which is part of the America 250 festivities and runs on the National Mall through July 10, is encouraging attendees to drink plenty of water, find shade, and take frequent breaks while the dangerous heat continues. — Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 3 July 2026 The modern world runs on open source, powered by the principles of open development. — David Siegel, Fortune, 3 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for runs on

Verb

Some of the German Telegram chats date back to at least 2020, court documents show.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 July 2026
Dwayne Johnson chats all things Moana during a special Q&A to promote the live-action film in Rio De Janeiro July 2.

— Brendan Le Updated, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

Definition of chats

Verb

Safety officials investigate building The cause of the roof collapse remains under investigation, Bradenton officials said Sunday afternoon.

— Ryan Ballogg July 27, Miami Herald, 27 July 2026
Their initial target is to recover at least 50% of the mineral content, but PNNL says reaching that baseline efficiently remains difficult.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 July 2026

Definition of remains

Verb

As time goes on, there will surely be more supporters – particularly among smaller, less financially powerful member associations – of Infantino’s idea.

— Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 29 July 2026
The complaint goes on to say that Martinez discussed another Black female attorney in similar terms.

— Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 29 July 2026

Definition of goes on

Verb

Despite that, when Bezos talks, a lot of people pay attention.

— Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 27 July 2026
Each week Bloomberg's award-winning reporter Akshat Rathi talks to the people tackling climate change — venture capitalists, scientists, politicians who have created climate laws, and CEOs who have transformed their businesses.

— Anjali Chaudhry, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Definition of talks

Verb

And as the influx of billionaires and multi-millionaires to the region continues, the market for luxury homes priced at $30 million and up has exploded, according to a new report from the real estate research firm Analytics Miami.

— Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026
Levine programming continues to include the Catalyst Fellowship Program for college students and summer camps.

— Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026

Definition of continues

Verb

Look for wildflowers and endemic fauna on the Tomales Point Trail, which rambles for nearly 10 miles on this special, skinny peninsula, delivering gorgeous, foggy views of the Pacific Ocean.

— Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2026
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