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1.
US
UK
global
neutral
formal
To continue for an extended time without stopping or pausing; often used of speech or written sentences (e.g., run-on sentence).
2.
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UK
global
informal
To proceed onward or go on to a place; to go ahead or continue onward in movement or action.
3.
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global
journalism
printing
informal
To be printed, produced, or published in an edition or printing run.
4.
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global
neutral
To experience a sudden large demand or withdrawal (as in a 'run on' a bank or a product), resulting in shortage or strain on supply.
5.
global
technical
neutral
To be operated or powered by a particular fuel or energy source (e.g., 'runs on gasoline').
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