Run on
/rʌn ɔn/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To continue without stopping, often unnecessarily.
- The meeting ran on for hours without a break.
- Her speech ran on longer than expected, losing the audience's attention.
2. To talk excessively without getting to the point.
- He tends to run on and on when he's nervous.
- I wish she wouldn't run on about her vacation plans every time we meet.
Synonyms:
More Phrasal Verbs:
FAQ
© 2025 Lithium Lab Pte Ltd