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Phrasal Verb - Running Away

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Raymundo CH

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Definition

  1. To leave a place suddenly and without planning to return, often due to fear, anxiety, or a difficult situation.
  2. To abandon a responsibility or obligation.
  3. To escape from danger or pursuit.

Examples

No.Example
1John ran away from home when his parents found out about his bad grades.
2The thief ran away after being caught by the police.
3Employees often run away from difficult conversations with their bosses.
4When the fire alarm went off, everyone ran away from the building.
5The fugitive ran away from the law enforcement officers.
6She ran away from her problems instead of facing them.
7The soldiers ran away from the battlefield during the retreat.
8When he saw the huge spider, he ran away screaming.
9The children ran away from their chores when their parents weren't looking.
10The runaway train caused chaos and destruction in the city.