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We ran the test

🇬🇧 UK //wiː ræn ðə tɛst// 🇺🇸 US //wi ræn ðə tɛst//

Meaning of We ran the test

To conduct or perform a test or examination.

In simple words: We did the test.

We ran the test in a sentence

• We ran the test to check the new software features.
• Last week, we ran the test on several samples.
• Before launching, we should run the test to ensure everything is functional.
• They ran the test multiple times to verify the results.
• The team ran the test in various conditions to gather accurate data.

How to use We ran the test

Commonly used in academic and professional contexts. More informal in casual conversations; avoid in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

run + object + object

Memory hint

Think of testing as a race – 'running' through the process.

Related words

Collocations with We ran the test

• run a test
• run tests
• run diagnostic tests
• run performance tests
• run a feasibility test

Synonyms for We ran the test

• conduct
• perform
• execute
• carry out
• administer

Common mistakes with We ran the test

• Confused with 'ran' as in past tense of 'run' with physical activity.
• Inaccurately using 'run the test' for non-testing activities.

Frequently asked questions about We ran the test

What does We ran the test mean?

We did the test.

What is the definition of We ran the test?

To conduct or perform a test or examination.

How do you use We ran the test in a sentence?

We ran the test to check the new software features.

Can you give another example of We ran the test?

Last week, we ran the test on several samples.

What are synonyms for We ran the test?

Common alternatives include conduct, perform, execute, carry out, administer.

What words go with We ran the test?

It commonly pairs with run a test, run tests, run diagnostic tests, run performance tests, run a feasibility test.

What are common mistakes when using We ran the test?

Confused with 'ran' as in past tense of 'run' with physical activity. Inaccurately using 'run the test' for non-testing activities.

How do you pronounce We ran the test?

US: //wi ræn ðə tɛst//, UK: //wiː ræn ðə tɛst//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use We ran the test?

Commonly used in academic and professional contexts. More informal in casual conversations; avoid in very formal writing.