Run off in all directions Meaning in English

expression

US

RUN-awf in AWL dih-REK-shinz

UK

RUN-off in AWL dy-rek-shunz

Definition

To suddenly move quickly away in every possible direction, usually as a group, often because of fear, surprise, or confusion.

Usage & Nuances

Usually describes a group reacting quickly and chaotically to something alarming. Common in stories about animals, crowds, or children. It implies panic or confusion rather than movement for fun or exercise. Related phrases: 'scatter in all directions', 'flee in every direction'. Not used for calm or orderly leaving.

• Spanish: salir corriendo en todas direcciones
• Portuguese (BR): sair correndo em todas as direções
• Portuguese (PT): fugir em todas as direções
• Chinese (Simplified): 向四面八方跑开
• Chinese (Traditional): 向四面八方跑開
• Hindi: हर दिशा में दौड़ पड़ना
• Arabic: يفرون في جميع الاتجاهات
• Bengali: সব দিকে ছুটে পালায়
• Russian: разбежаться в разные стороны
• Japanese: 四方八方に走り出す
• Vietnamese: chạy tán loạn khắp nơi
• Korean: 사방으로 달아나다
• Turkish: her yöne kaçışmak
• Urdu: ہر سمت میں بھاگ جانا
• Indonesian: berlari ke segala arah

Example Sentences

When the dog barked, the chickens ran off in all directions.

basic

The children saw the bee and ran off in all directions.

basic

The crowd heard the alarm and ran off in all directions.

basic

As soon as the fireworks went off, people ran off in all directions to avoid the loud noise.

natural

When the teacher dropped the pile of papers, students ran off in all directions to grab theirs first.

natural

Everyone panicked and ran off in all directions as soon as the loud crash echoed through the hall.

natural