runaway

Example Sentences

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Hamilton's result, combined with a difficult race for Mercedes' George Russell, moved the 41-year-old up to second in the championship, 66 points behind runaway leader Kimi Antonelli and two ahead of his former Mercedes team-mate.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Suddenly, a film that was just fine could be deemed a runaway, billion-dollar success.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

My fellow runaway Kathy, working the same shift, ran over to say, “She almost left $100. She had it in her hand but hesitated!”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

The industry has been well aware of the risks of the types of chemical accidents that can lead to a thermal runaway reaction, posing the risk of an explosion.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

I hated how every time I pushed the thoughts from my head, they rammed back into me like a runaway wagon.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros