dead run

noun

First recorded in 1885–90

A splendid dead run from the Lymington mark back to Cowes now takes place.

She afterwards gave a fine display by the wind, and showed matchless form on a dead run.

The only chance of escape was to make off with the animals and the two started them on a dead run straight toward the Indians.

He started after him on a dead run, thinking that perhaps he would lead him to some boys who might have captured Billy.

The only safe road to follow in speculation leads straight away from the Board of Trade on the dead run.

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