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.

The reality-TV celebrity is running second in last week’s primary, behind incumbent Karen Bass.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

The strongest evidence is not that demand is running wild.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

He is running unopposed and describes himself as “a solid no” for data centers, unlike Massingill, who chose not to seek reelection.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Headline inflation is running at its hottest since May 2023.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

I'm afraid that no one is listening but they must be, because right away they're bringing her up out of the cellar and Iggy is running to her and crying out her name.

From "Freak The Mighty" by Rodman Philbrick