word
Running
RUH-nihng
/ˈrʌnɪŋ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
running
Dictionary meaning
The act of running.
Examples
- They have responsibility for the running of two companies at the same time.
- The engine is running smoothly.
Synonyms: run
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