Pronunciation: /ˈrʌnɪŋ/
noun the action or movement of a person or animal at a fast pace
A1 I enjoy running in the park.
A2 Running is a great way to stay fit and healthy.
B1 She has been training hard for the upcoming running competition.
B2 Running long distances requires a lot of endurance and mental strength.
C1 His passion for running led him to participate in marathons all over the world.
C2 The professional athlete's running technique is flawless and efficient.
verb the act of moving swiftly on foot
A1 I am running to the store.
A2 She enjoys running in the park every morning.
B1 I have been running for 30 minutes and I'm exhausted.
B2 Running a marathon requires months of training and preparation.
C1 He has been running his own business for over a decade now.
C2 Running for office is a challenging and demanding endeavor.
adjective having the ability to run or perform the act of running
A1 I saw a running dog in the park.
A2 She enjoys going for a running workout every morning.
B1 The running water in the stream sounded so peaceful.
B2 The running joke between them always makes everyone laugh.
C1 The running theme throughout the novel added depth to the story.
C2 His running commentary during the game provided valuable insights for the viewers.
formal The athlete was training hard and focusing on improving her running technique.
informal I saw John running in the park this morning, he's really dedicated to his fitness.
slang I'm so out of shape, I can barely handle a short running session.
figurative The project is running smoothly, thanks to the efficient teamwork.
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