1
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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2
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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3
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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Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for runs on
Verb
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Wayne’s fiery guitar on the title track remains a highlight of their catalog, while his harmonies and instrumental contributions throughout the album demonstrated his wide-ranging talents.—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025 -
Despite this, the number of animals in shelters remains high—in the first half of 2024, 322,000 more pets entered shelters than exited them.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Balloons by Tommy continues in Bensenville with his husband, Scott DeLorenzo.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Dec. 2024
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Despite the mixed responses, the image continues to fuel debate across social media.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The speaker is built for extended outdoor outings, too, with a battery that lasts up to 24 hours per charge and IP67 protection against water and dust.—
Quentyn Kennemer,
The Verge,
26 Dec. 2024
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Fashion trends come and go, but style lasts forever.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The boy persists, and Jamie barks at him to take off his coat and shirt.—
Lincee Ray,
EW.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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But women’s representation in commercial real estate as a whole and in its top positions hasn’t changed meaningfully, according to the study, and the gender compensation gap persists and in recent years even widened.—
Colette Coleman,
New York Times,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Runs on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/runs%20on. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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