- past tense form of run.
ran
Example Sentences
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One student said Kotlikoff ran over his foot when he pulled away.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
“I’m an expert on rebellion,” Jordan told The Times in 1992, reflecting on why she ran away from home at 14.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 5, 2026
That is if they have the money, which ran out at the end of September.
From Barron's ● Oct. 4, 2026
The Commanders thought they had drawn level when Antonio Williams ran in an 87-yard score, but the touchdown was chalked off for a Washington penalty.
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
Mr. Keating ran a hand around the back of his neck, saying, “And I thought I’d seen everything.”
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
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