- past tense form of run.
ran
Example Sentences
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"It's tough," the 52-year-old said tearfully as he looked at the destroyed business he ran with his brother.
From Barron's • Jul. 11, 2026
In 2011, Perry ran into Boeing’s Condit at an event.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 11, 2026
There were taqueras like Monica Susteyta and Cristina Flores, who ran stalls on Union Pacific Avenue within sight of Lineage until the fire shut them down last month.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 10, 2026
With Platner's exit, a group of more traditional candidates are already expressing interest in stepping in – including a handful who unsuccessfully ran for governor and one of the state's open House seats last month.
From BBC • Jul. 9, 2026
At that moment, Wolf gave a start, and ran to the top of a snow ridge, turning his ears towards the foothills.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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