run off
Example Sentences
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Freya Kemp hit the winning run off Bree Illing as got England over the line with 37 balls, to spare to wrap up their seventh successive T20 bilateral series victory against the White Ferns.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
No single candidate won a majority that night, requiring Tuesday's run off election.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
Many dogs are microchipped so they can be identified more easily if they run off or get lost.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
“The last time that we had run off this early was in 2015.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026
“Well, then, I'm sure you'll agree that we can't just let him run off with a cake in his hands,” said Nok, trying her best to sound respectful.
From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat
