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running

[ruhn-ing] / ˈrʌn ɪŋ /






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The company’s chips are built to support inference, or the process of running artificial intelligence models after training, which is increasingly a major focus for companies deploying applications.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

“We have seen continual growth culminating in last year being the strongest year ever, absolutely running contrary to everything we had heard in 2025,” said Michael Lohan, the IDA’s chief executive office, in an interview.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The SNP's Clare Adamson, Labour's Claire Baker and Tory Miles Briggs are understood to be in the running for the deputy role, which comes with a £114,297 salary.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

In addition, wages adjusted for inflation are running negative, which tends to weigh on consumer spending with a lags in the data.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Inside, we pull off our filthy running shoes.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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