Lexical Correspondences (run)

The train was running at 60 miles an hour. What does the verb run mean in this context?

• to carry the ball towards the opponent's goal

• to (cause something to) travel, move, or continue in a particular way

• to be in control of something

• to organize the way you live or work

What does it mean to run for Parliament?

• To run a business campaign.

• To participate in a sports event.

• To volunteer for community service.

• To seek election to a legislative body.

'Things must run their course'. What does the phrase 'run their course' imply?

• To continue until completion or natural end.

• To begin a new process immediately.

• To change direction unexpectedly.

• To stop abruptly without resolution.

'You run the chance of being suspected of theft'. What risk is associated with running the chance of theft?

• Improved community relations

• Enhanced customer loyalty

• Increased security measures

• Financial loss and emotional distress.

Why should you not leave the car engine running?

• It improves our health.

• It helps the engine work faster.

• It wastes fuel and contributes to pollution.

• It improves fuel efficiency in the long run.

What does it mean if the bathroom floor is running with water?

• The bathroom is being renovated.

• The floor is being cleaned with water.

• It means there is a leak or overflow causing water to accumulate on the floor.

• There is a new water feature installed.

What feeling is conveyed by the phrase 'my blood ran cold'?

• Fear or shock

• Indifference or apathy

• Excitement or joy

• Calmness or tranquility

What does it mean to run short of money?

• To have insufficient funds to meet expenses.

• To save money for future expenses.

• To borrow money from friends or family.

• To have an abundance of money.

Can you provide an example of a situation where something must run its course?

• A car must run its course.

• A plant must run its course.

• A computer program must run its course.

• A hurricane must run its course.

How can the term 'run' have different meanings in various contexts?

• 'Run' is exclusively used in computing contexts.

• The word 'run' has no variations in meaning.

• The term 'run' has different meanings based on context, such as physical activity, operation of machines, management, or sequences of events.

• The term 'run' only refers to a physical activity.