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On the run Meaning in English

expression

ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɹən
AHN-thuh-RUHN
ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /ɹˈʌn
ON-thuh-RUN

释义

Describes someone escaping or hiding, usually from the police, or someone moving quickly from place to place because they are very busy.

用法与细微差别

Often used in crime contexts for fugitives, but also informally for anyone who is rushed or busy. Common collocations: 'be on the run', 'life on the run'. Can also emphasize being very busy, not just escaping.

例句

The thief is on the run from the police.

basic

I eat breakfast on the run because I am late.

basic

They have been on the run for three days.

basic

Sorry, I can't talk now. I'm on the run all day.

natural

After the robbery, the men disappeared and have been on the run ever since.

natural

Being a single mom means I'm always on the run.

natural