run on
Third Person
runs on
Present Participle
running on
Past Tense
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Past Participle
run on
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to continue without a pause, often lasting longer than expected or needed
- The meeting ran on as the team delved into detailed discussions about the project's implementation.
- The novel's final chapter seemed to run on, providing additional details that some readers found unnecessary.
- The marathon runner didn't realize the race would run on for an additional mile due to a last-minute course change.
- As the event organizer, she noticed the program was running on longer than planned, causing adjustments to the schedule.
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to operate using a specific energy source
- This car can run on electricity alone for short trips.
- The backup heater can run on natural gas during power outages.
- The flashlight runs on rechargeable batteries, making it eco-friendly.
- The lawnmower can run on regular gasoline or ethanol-blended fuel.
- Many modern homes have appliances that can run on solar power when available.
3
to speak about something without pausing, even though it may be difficult to understand or follow
- She can run on for hours about her favorite TV shows, even if nobody's interested.
- During the meeting, the manager ran on about the new project, but no one understood the key points.
- At the family gathering, Uncle Bob ran on about his fishing trip, with everyone politely nodding.
- She always runs on about her collection of antique spoons, which nobody in the family shares her enthusiasm for.
- The radio host can run on for hours with his stories and anecdotes, making his show quite entertaining.