- plural of runner.
runners
Example Sentences
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The Via Alpina route is considered so arduous and technical that only a handful of runners have ever attempted it under formal timing.
From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2026
But they failed to score again after leaving seven runners stranded.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 2, 2026
A steady weekend in an Alpine that never looked capable of challenging the leading midfield runners.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
Dalton Rushing laid down a bunt with runners on the corners.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
Two other runners have been listening in—Colin Johnson and Melanie Matta.
From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen
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