run along

verb

ran along; run along; running along; runs along
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intransitive verb

: to go away : be on one's way : depart

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Examples of run along in a Sentence

I'd love to stay longer, but I must be running along.
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Whipple’s complaints about KNEA run along those same lines. — Chance Swaim, Kansas City Star, 28 June 2026 The district is in the central part of Palm Beach County, running along the coast. — Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 25 June 2026 The parade runs along Como Avenue from Luther Place to Knapp Street. — Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 1 July 2026 It's known for its bohemian vibes, tattoo parlors, skateboarders, and local hippies selling crafts on the promenade that runs along the beach. — Adeline Duff, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for run along

Word History

First Known Use

1803, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of run along was in 1803

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“Run along.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/run%20along. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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