run away

One entry found for run away.

Main Entry: run away
Function: intransitive verb
1 a : to leave quickly in order to avoid or escape something b : to leave home; especially : ELOPE
2 : to run out of control : STAMPEDE, BOLT
3 : to gain a substantial lead : win by a large margin
- run away with
1 : to take away in haste or secretly; especially : STEAL
2 : to outshine the others in (as a theatrical performance)
3 : to carry or drive beyond prudent or reasonable limits <your imagination ran away with you>