run at

B2 neutral inseparable transitive

In simple words

to run straight toward someone, sometimes to hurt them

Meanings

1 B2 neutral

common

to run quickly toward someone or something, especially in an aggressive way

"The dog suddenly ran at the postman, barking loudly."

Grammar: inseparable

Usage notes

Often used with animals, angry people, or sports play. Usually suggests threat or impact.

someone defender enemy dog crowd player

Base

run at

I/you/we/they

3rd person

runs at

he/she/it

Past simple

ran at

yesterday

Past participle

run at

have + pp

-ing form

running at

continuous

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charge at rush at go for attack dash toward

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