Phrasal Verb - Running Over
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.Definition
To accidentally or carelessly drive a vehicle over something or someone, or to exceed a limit or deadline without considering the consequences. This phrasal verb can also mean to thoroughly examine or consider something.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | I ran over a nail and got a flat tire. |
| 2 | He ran over the budget and had to ask for more funding. |
| 3 | Can you run over the report again and check for errors? |
| 4 | She ran over the proposal and approved it without hesitation. |
| 5 | He ran over the pothole and damaged his car's suspension. |
| 6 | The teacher ran over the material too quickly and the students couldn't keep up. |
| 7 | They ran over the agreement and signed it without consulting their lawyers. |
| 8 | The construction crew ran over the deadline and faced penalties. |
| 9 | He ran over the competition and won the race. |
| 10 | She ran over the numbers and calculated the total expense. |