Phrasal Verb - Running on (phrasal verb)
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.Definition
- To continue operating or functioning, especially despite difficulties or challenges.
- To be able to support or sustain someone or something.
- To be in a state where one is able to perform at a certain level, often due to the presence of a necessary resource or condition.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The old car was running on fumes when it finally broke down. |
| 2 | Despite his injury, the athlete was running on adrenaline during the race. |
| 3 | The factory was running on a skeleton crew during the pandemic. |
| 4 | The new software is running on Windows 10. |
| 5 | The train was running on time. |
| 6 | The project was running on a tight budget. |
| 7 | The company was running on overtime to meet the deadline. |
| 8 | The engine was running hot. |
| 9 | The city was running on emergency power after the blackout. |
| 10 | The student was running on nerves during the exam. |