run up
Third Person
runs up
Present Participle
running up
Past Tense
ran up
Past Participle
run up
1
to cause the cost or value of something to increase
transitive
- Global events can run up the price of commodities.
- A surge in demand can run up the prices of luxury goods.
- Innovations in technology often run up the value of related stocks.
- The celebrity's endorsement ran up the sales of the cosmetic brand.
- The limited edition nature of the item ran up its market value.
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2
to create a significant amount of debt over a period of time
transitive
- They unknowingly ran up a large bill by using premium services.
- If you continue to overspend, you'll run up a significant debt.
- The couple unexpectedly ran up substantial medical bills due to unforeseen health issues.
- Constant shopping without a budget can easily run up credit card debt.
- The government's decision to increase spending has run up the national debt.
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3
to reach a specific number of points during the course of a game or match
transitive
- The athlete's exceptional performance helped her run up an impressive total in the track and field competition.
- The cricket team was determined to run up a challenging total, setting a target that the opposing team would find difficult to reach.
- Despite the challenging conditions, the soccer team successfully ran up a lead, winning the match convincingly.
- The team managed to run up a high score in the first quarter, securing an early lead.
- Despite the challenging course, the marathon runner was able to run up an impressive time, finishing ahead of the competition.
4
to quickly make something, like clothes, by putting pieces of fabric together
transitive
- She ran up a beautiful dress for the party.
- The tailor ran a new suit up for the groom in record time.
- The designer ran up a set of custom costumes for the theater production.
- The mother ran up a costume for her child's school play.
- The fashion student ran up a unique skirt for her final project.
5
to move quickly toward a particular place
- She suggested they run up the street to grab some snacks before the movie starts.
- Let's run up the trail and see if we can catch a glimpse of the rare birds that were spotted there yesterday.
- The enthusiastic dog ran up to greet its owner as soon as they entered the house.
6
to lift a flag to the top of a flagpole
transitive
- The scout leader taught the youngsters how to run up the scout flag with precision.
- He ran up the team banner, signaling the beginning of the championship celebration.
- The soldiers ceremoniously run up the regimental flag during important events.
- She carefully ran the flag up to ensure it fluttered proudly in the breeze.
- With great enthusiasm, they ran the colorful festival flag up the mast for everyone to see.
7
to grow in amount, value, etc.
- After the positive earnings report, the company's stock prices began to run up, reaching new heights.
- Investors were pleased with the product launch, causing the company's share prices to run up significantly.
- During the holiday season, online sales tend to run up, reflecting the increased shopping activity.
- The excitement surrounding the team's performance caused merchandise sales to run up, with fans purchasing jerseys and memorabilia.
8
to put something in an upright position
transitive
- With the storm approaching, they decided to run up a makeshift tent for shelter.
- To welcome the unexpected guests, they had to run up additional seating in the backyard.
- In preparation for the event, the crew had to run up a stage for the performance.
- The team had to run up a temporary fence to mark the boundary of the construction site.
- Upon realizing the sudden need for signage, they had to run up banners for the impromptu event.