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run-in
[ ruhn-in ]
noun
- a quarrel; argument.
- Printing. matter that is added to a text, especially without indenting for a new paragraph.
adjective
- Printing. added to a text without indenting.
run in
verb
- to run (an engine) gently, usually for a specified period when it is new, in order that the running surfaces may become polished
- tr to insert or include
- intr (of an aircraft) to approach a point or target
- informal.tr to take into custody; arrest
he was run in for assault
noun
- informal.an argument or quarrel
he had a run-in with the boss yesterday
- an approach to the end of an event, etc
the run-in to the championship
- printing matter inserted in an existing paragraph
Word History and Origins
Origin of run-in1
Example Sentences
His only known run-in with the law was a 300-euro fine for failing to stop at the scene of an accident and lacking insurance.
Reyes later laughed it off as a “run-in” over what to watch on TV that night.
At that same age, Cavill had a chance run-in with his would be co-star and idol, Russell Crowe.
With the president still reeling from his last run-in with Mitt Romney, the stakes on Tuesday night are enormous.
Diane Dimond on why Dottie won't take the stand—and her surprise run-in with Sandusky himself.
"Had a little run-in with Sobber," said Dick to his brothers, when he got the chance, and related the particulars.
I hear you've had a run-in with the bad man of Chicito Caon, son.
Run-in paragraph heads should use period/dashes or colons as necessary.
Also that he had a run-in with a captain that was on the football team, and because of this argument he went off the team.
While he struck inland to go round a mountain, the boat pursued her course; but a fresh gale compelled her to run in-shore.
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