Run-by Definition

verb

To inform someone briefly of the main points of an idea; to bring an idea or proposal to the attention of someone (especially in order to obtain their opinion of it).

Let me run that idea by the board before we spend too much time on it.
I would like to hear your opinion on this. Have you got a few minutes, so I can run some ideas by you.
Can you just run those numbers by me again, please? To make sure I've got them clear.
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Run-by Sentence Examples

  • With a deep breath, she crossed through the clinging cold, at a run by the time she reached the other side out of fear the portals might all disappear before she was safe.

  • In addition to the scenery, we have a million gallon hot spring pool run by the town.

  • Here, easy accessibility, great ice in a deep, narrow gorge, facilities close by and a park run by people who understood the sport and emphasized safety, made for an ideal package.

  • Mountain streams furnish important water-power, and the typical factory of Vermont has long been a sawmill run by a water-wheel.

  • He was elected to the Norwich School Board in 1899, being the first candidate run by the local Labour party to win a seat on a public body.

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Words Starting With

RRURUN

Words Ending With

YBY

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