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Runners

Act or instance of running, of moving rapidly using the feet.

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📖 Definitions of "Runners"

noun

1
Act or instance of running, of moving rapidly using the feet.
"I just got back from my morning run."
2
Act or instance of hurrying (to or from a place) (not necessarily by foot); dash or errand, trip.
"I need to make a run to the store."
3
A pleasure trip.
"Let's go for a run in the car."
4
Flight, instance or period of fleeing.

noun

1
(usually in the phrase 'do a runner') A quick escape away from a scene.
"He did a runner after robbing the drugstore."
2
A deserter.
3
A type of soft-soled shoe originally intended for runners.
4
Part of a shoe that is stitched to the bottom of the upper so it can be glued to the sole.

noun

1
Running shoes, sneakers, trainers

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