the runs
Example Sentences
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"Offensively, his teams are very dynamic, willing to make all the runs to the space, he is ready to accept this kind of disorder offensively."
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
With people isolated and bored at home during the lockdown, many were more willing to engage in conspiracy theory content the runs rampant online.
From Salon ● Aug. 10, 2026
The Lakers talked every practice about the runs the Thunder go on and how they had to limit them.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 5, 2026
India's bowlers will target early wickets against South Africa, said bowling coach Morne Morkel on Friday as he predicted that their out-of-form opener Abhishek Sharma would be back among the runs soon.
From Barron's ● Feb. 20, 2026
Elinor ran her finger down one of the runs in her stockings, and Mo turned on his back and stared up at the ceiling.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
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