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UK//rʌn əˈlɒŋ//US//rʌn əˈlɔŋ//

Meaning of Run along

To run quickly alongside or in the direction of something.

In simple words: To follow someone or something while moving quickly.

Run along in a sentence

  • He decided to run along the riverbank to enjoy the scenery.
  • The teacher told the students to run along to the playground.
  • As she jogged, her dog would run along beside her happily.
  • He was asked to run along since the meeting was about to start.
  • The puppy loves to run along the beach during sunset.

How to use Run along

Use 'run along' informally to encourage someone to leave or to suggest they move quickly; avoid in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

run along + object

Memory hint

Imagine a child being told to run along to play.

Related words

Collocations with Run along

  • run along the path
  • run along the beach
  • run along together
  • run along quickly

Synonyms for Run along

  • dash along
  • sprint beside
  • jog after
  • race alongside

Common mistakes with Run along

  • Confusing 'run along' with 'run after', which implies chasing.
  • Using in overly formal settings where simpler language is preferred.
  • Omitting 'along' when using the phrase.

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Frequently asked questions about Run along

What does Run along mean?

To follow someone or something while moving quickly.

What is the definition of Run along?

To run quickly alongside or in the direction of something.

How do you use Run along in a sentence?

He decided to run along the riverbank to enjoy the scenery.

Can you give another example of Run along?

The teacher told the students to run along to the playground.

What are synonyms for Run along?

Common alternatives include dash along, sprint beside, jog after, race alongside.

What words go with Run along?

It commonly pairs with run along the path, run along the beach, run along together, run along quickly.

What are common mistakes when using Run along?

Confusing 'run along' with 'run after', which implies chasing. Using in overly formal settings where simpler language is preferred. Omitting 'along' when using the phrase.

How do you pronounce Run along?

US: //rʌn əˈlɔŋ//, UK: //rʌn əˈlɒŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Run along?

Use 'run along' informally to encourage someone to leave or to suggest they move quickly; avoid in formal contexts.