| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
run across [rʌn əˈkrɒs] | to find something or someone by chance |
Other meanings
- to unexpectedly meet someone
- to quickly pass over or through something
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "run across"
- I ran across an interesting article yesterday.
Я случайно наткнулся на интересную статью вчера. - She ran across her old friend at the bookstore.
Она случайно встретила свою старую подругу в книжном магазине. - His name ran across my mind as I entered the room.
Его имя вдруг пришло мне в голову, когда я вошёл в комнату.
Features of Using "run across"
Similar in meaning to come across, but slightly more informal. Often used in casual conversations when you unexpectedly encounter something or someone.
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