runs

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The recreational center is hosting fundraising 1K and 5K runs on Sunday followed by a party with free access to the pool.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Kolping House, a Catholic organization on the Upper West Side, runs about 90 rooms with two floors for men and one for women–and no curfew.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Because of the complexities of the accounting period, which runs to the end of June, the Premier League is unable to apply points deductions in the season the offence happens.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Elon Musk, of course, runs both companies, and a successful IPO with a solid first-day gain would reflect well on Musk’s leadership.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

A hot flush of anger runs up my neck, blooming on my cheeks.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko