running

• Relativo à atividade de correr ou ao deslocamento rápido a pé; que corre ou se move rapidamente.

Describes something related to the activity of running or moving quickly on foot.

1. In operationB1formal

   Operating or functioning continuously or at the present time.

   Em funcionamento

   • The factory has been running 24 hours a day.
   • The machine is running smoothly now.
   • We have a running water supply in the house.

   Sinônimosactivefunctioninggoingin operationin useoperatingoperationalworking

   Antônimosidleoffstopped

2. Continuous or ongoingB1formal

   Happening or existing without interruption.

   Contínuo

   • He has a running joke about his boss.
   • The running total is now over $1000.
   • She has a running account of her travels.

   Sinônimosceaselessconstantcontinuousincessantnonstopongoingperpetualunbrokenunceasinguninterrupted

   Antônimosdiscontinuousintermittentoccasionalsporadic

3. For runningA2informal

   Designed or used for the activity of running.

   Para corrida

   • He bought new running shoes for the marathon.
   • She wore running gear to the gym.
   • The park has a running track for athletes.

   Sinônimosjogging

4. A2formal

   Moving or flowing like liquid.

   Corrente

   • There is running water in the sink.
   • The river has running currents.
   • He has a running nose from the cold.

   Sinônimosflowingfluidliquidstreaming

   Antônimosstagnantstandingstaticstationarystill

• Substantivo que designa a ação ou a atividade de se deslocar a pé rapidamente, normalmente mais rápido que caminhar; também pode indicar a prática esportiva dessa atividade ou uma corrida/gestão.

A noun referring to the act or activity of moving quickly on foot, typically faster than walking.

incontável

1. Act of moving quickly on footA1formal

   The activity or sport of moving rapidly on foot, especially as a form of exercise or competition.

   Corrida

   • Running is my favorite form of exercise.
   • She goes running every morning in the park.
   • The marathon includes 42 kilometers of running.

   Sinônimosdashingjoggingracing

2. Continuous operationB1formal

   The act of operating or functioning continuously.

   Operação contínua

   • The machine has been in running for 24 hours.
   • The factory maintains running throughout the night shift.
   • The car's engine needs regular running to stay in good condition.

   Sinônimosactionexecutionfunctioningoperationperformanceworking

3. Management or administrationB2formal

   The act of managing or organizing something.

   Gestão

   • The running of the event was flawless.
   • She took over the running of the family business.
   • Efficient running of the company requires good leadership.

   Sinônimosadministrationconductcontroldirectiongovernanceleadershipmanagementoperationorganizationsupervision

• Verbo que indica deslocamento rápido a pé ou a gestão, operação ou realização de algo.

A verb used to indicate the act of moving swiftly on foot or managing, operating, or conducting an activity.

verbo irregular

1. Move quickly on footA1formal

   To move at a speed faster than a walk, using quick steps.

   Correr

   • She runs every morning to stay fit.
   • The children ran to the playground.
   • He ran across the street to catch the bus.

   Sinônimosboltdashgallophurryjogracescamperspeedsprinttrot

2. Manage or operateB1formal

   To be in charge of or manage something, like a business or organization.

   Administrar

   • She runs a successful bakery.
   • He runs the family farm.
   • They run several programs for the community.

   Sinônimosadministerconductcoordinatedirectheadleadmanageoperateoverseesupervise

3. Function or operateA2formal

   To work or function properly, especially machines or systems.

   Funcionar

   • The computer won't run this software.
   • The engine runs smoothly after the repair.
   • Does the washing machine run quietly?

   Sinônimosfunctiongooperateperformwork

   Antônimosbreakfailhaltstallstop

4. Compete in a raceA2formal

   To participate in a competition involving running.

   Competir em uma corrida

   • She runs in marathons every year.
   • He runs for the school track team.
   • They run the 100-meter sprint.

   Sinônimoscompeteracesprint

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