Phrasal Verb - Running for
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.Definition
Running for is a phrasal verb that means to campaign or compete in an election or a race, usually by making a public effort to gain support or votes. It can also mean to do something actively or continuously, often to achieve a goal or complete a task.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | He is running for president of the student council. |
| 2 | She is running for the marathon next month. |
| 3 | They are running for office in the local elections. |
| 4 | I'm running for the bus, I'll be late. |
| 5 | He was running for the border to escape the police. |
| 6 | She started running for her life when she saw the fire. |
| 7 | They are running for charity and plan to raise $10,000. |
| 8 | He runs for the team and is their star player. |
| 9 | They are running for the hills to escape the danger. |
| 10 | She runs for the gym every morning to keep fit. |