Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

run into















VERB
snag
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

He made numerous runs into the left flank, finding separation from his marker and, with smart touches, brought team-mates into play.

From BBC

Sable quickly got to work but soon ran into a thicket of litigation.

From The Wall Street Journal

The government argued it was making the climbdown to stop its employment legislation being delayed in the House of Lords, where it has run into opposition.

From BBC

I thanked one of the chefs when I ran into him as the trip ended.

From The Wall Street Journal

She ran into the grounds of the hospital and was not immediately followed by a nurse because of "confusion" and a lack of appropriate procedure in place, the court heard.

From BBC