Meaning Of Idiom ‘Run In’ (Phrasal Verb)
Meaning 1: To stop at some location and go inside only for a brief time, usually to run a quick errand such as make a purchase or drop off something.
Examples Of Use
“I just need to run in the store for a minute.”
“I’m going to run in the house for a minute to pee before we leave.”
Meaning 2: To take someone to some location on a short trip, usually by car.
Example Of Use
“I’m going to run Johnny in to band rehearsal. I’ll be back in a few.”
“I’m late for work and my car won’t start!” said Jane. “That’s ok, I’ll run you in,” said Mina.
Meaning 3: To arrest someone and take them to jail.
Examples Of Use
“If I catch you here again I’m going to run you in,” said the cop.
“He knew if he stayed in town the police would eventually find him and run him in.”
Meaning 4: (British) To use new machinery, such as a car, gently at first to prevent damage (similar to break in).
Examples Of Use
“Make sure you take it easy for the first few weeks to properly run the car in.”
Meaning 5: To impale someone with a sword, knife, or other pointed weapon.
Examples Of Use
“It was humiliating for the King to be run in with his own sword.”
