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Run after Meaning in English

expression

ˈɹən/ /ˈæftɝ
RUN-af-ter
ɹˈʌn/ /ˈɑːftɐ
run-AHF-tuh

释义

To chase someone or something physically, or to try persistently to get someone's attention, usually in a romantic or determined way.

用法与细微差别

Common in informal speech. Used for both literally chasing something or metaphorically pursuing a person or goal, especially in dating ('run after' a girl/boy). Frequently implies persistence or desperation. Do not confuse with 'runaway' (逃走) or 'run into' (meet by chance).

例句

The dog likes to run after the ball in the park.

basic

Children often run after the ice cream truck.

basic

He doesn't want to run after fame or money.

basic

She spent years running after a guy who never liked her back.

natural

Stop running after people who don't care about you.

natural

If you run after every trend, you'll never be satisfied.

natural