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run away with

1 of 1verb
/ˈrʌn əˌweɪ wɪθ/
Forms:runs away with,running away with,ran away with,run away with
1

to steal something and escape without being caught

  • The gang of robbers managed to run away with a large sum of cash from the bank heist.
  • The cunning thief managed to run away with the valuable jewels from the museum.
  • The master jewel thief ran away with the famous Pink Diamond, leaving no trace behind.
  • The ingenious hacker managed to run away with confidential data from a highly secured government server.
  • The sly pickpocket successfully ran away with the tourist's wallet in the crowded marketplace.
2

to become controlled by something, making one act or think irrationally

  • His anger ran away with him, and he said things he later regretted.
  • Her excitement over the vacation package ran away with her, and she booked it without thinking twice.
  • His curiosity about the mystery book ran him away with wild theories.
  • The idea of fame and recognition ran away with the actor, leading to erratic behavior.
  • The success of the project ran away with her, causing her to overlook potential risks.
3

to depart in secret with a romantic partner, often to get married

  • They decided to run away with each other and get married in a small chapel.
  • The young couple couldn't wait any longer and chose to run away with their love story.
  • The young lovers had dreamed of running away with each other for years before they finally did it.
  • Fueled by love, they made the daring decision to run away and tie the knot in a private ceremony.
  • Ignoring tradition, they plotted to run away with the midnight train, exchanging vows in a hidden destination.
4

to adopt an idea or concept without considering its potential consequences or implications

  • She ran away with the notion that investing in the stock market was an easy path to wealth.
  • Don't run away with the belief that success is guaranteed without hard work.
  • The team ran away with the new marketing strategy, convinced it would lead to immediate success.
  • Some individuals tend to run away with a new diet trend, expecting instant results.
  • Running away with a vague plan can lead to disappointment when the expected outcomes don't materialize as anticipated.
5

to greatly surpass others in a particular area or activity

  • She ran away with the competition, earning the first-place trophy in the piano contest.
  • His charisma and exceptional oratory skills enabled him to run away with the debate, leaving the opposing team searching for strong arguments.
  • She ran away with the science fair competition, presenting a groundbreaking project that left the other entries far behind.
  • The talented young artist's unique style and creativity have made her run away with the art world, gaining international recognition.
  • Their innovation and dedication allowed the company to run away with the award for 'Best Startup of the Year.