Phrasal Verb - Running up

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Definition

1. To approach or reach a person, situation, or problem quickly and unexpectedly, often causing trouble or anxiety.
2. To total or accumulate an amount, especially unexpectedly or suddenly.
3. To move quickly towards someone or something.

Examples

No.	Example
1	She ran up to the stage to thank the singer for a great performance.
2	The bills ran up quickly, putting the family in debt.
3	The children ran up to their mother with exciting news.
4	The traffic ran up behind us, forcing us to speed up.
5	The storm ran up suddenly, catching us off guard.
6	The debt ran up so fast that they had to declare bankruptcy.
7	He ran up the stairs two at a time.
8	The salesman ran up a large bill with his excessive spending.
9	The crowd ran up to the field to watch the parade.
10	The cost of the renovation ran up unexpectedly