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Run for cover

🇬🇧 UK //rʌn fə ˈkʌvə// 🇺🇸 US //rʌn fɔr ˈkʌvər//

Meaning of Run for cover

To move quickly to a safe place to avoid danger.

In simple words: To go quickly to a safe place.

Run for cover in a sentence

• We had to run for cover when the hail started falling.
• When the gunfire broke out, everyone began to run for cover.
• During the storm, the players had to run for cover to avoid getting soaked.
• I shouted at my friends to run for cover as the tornado approached.
• It's wise to run for cover before the situation escalates.

How to use Run for cover

Often used in emergency situations or when needing to avoid danger. Suitable for both spoken and written contexts.

Grammar pattern

run for cover

Memory hint

Think of running towards a blanket for safety during a storm.

Related words

Collocations with Run for cover

• run for cover
• take cover
• run away
• seek shelter
• find refuge

Synonyms for Run for cover

• seek shelter
• take cover
• hide
• evade
• retreat

Common mistakes with Run for cover

• Using 'run for cover' when referring to a casual situation.
• Confusing with 'run for office', which means to seek a political position.
• Incorrectly using 'cover' as a verb instead of a noun.

Frequently asked questions about Run for cover

What does Run for cover mean?

To go quickly to a safe place.

What is the definition of Run for cover?

To move quickly to a safe place to avoid danger.

How do you use Run for cover in a sentence?

We had to run for cover when the hail started falling.

Can you give another example of Run for cover?

When the gunfire broke out, everyone began to run for cover.

What are synonyms for Run for cover?

Common alternatives include seek shelter, take cover, hide, evade, retreat.

What words go with Run for cover?

It commonly pairs with run for cover, take cover, run away, seek shelter, find refuge.

What are common mistakes when using Run for cover?

Using 'run for cover' when referring to a casual situation. Confusing with 'run for office', which means to seek a political position. Incorrectly using 'cover' as a verb instead of a noun.

How do you pronounce Run for cover?

US: //rʌn fɔr ˈkʌvər//, UK: //rʌn fə ˈkʌvə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Run for cover?

Often used in emergency situations or when needing to avoid danger. Suitable for both spoken and written contexts.