English · Common Verbs
run away
/rʌn əˈweɪ/
[/rʌn əˈweɪ/]
escape; flee
Beginnerverb
Definition
To leave a place secretly or quickly to escape from someone or something.
Example
The dog ran away when the fireworks started.
The dog ran away when the fireworks started.
Etymology
From 'run' plus 'away', describing fleeing at speed.
How & Where It’s Used
Common for escaping or fleeing.