ran

[ræn]

ran Definition

  • 1past tense of 'run' - to move at a speed faster than walking by taking quick steps in which each foot is lifted before the next step
  • 2to go quickly through a place
  • 3to compete in a race

Using ran: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ran" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She ran to catch the bus.

  • Example

    He ran his first marathon last year.

  • Example

    The children ran around the playground.

  • Example

    I need to run some errands this afternoon.

ran Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ran

Antonyms for ran

Phrases with ran

  • to try to escape or avoid something dangerous or unpleasant

    Example

    We saw the police coming and decided to run for it.

  • to become too tired to continue doing something

    Example

    After running for an hour, I suddenly ran out of steam.

  • to do something that may result in something bad happening

    Example

    If you don't study hard, you run the risk of failing the exam.

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Summary: ran in Brief

The word 'ran' [ræn] is the past tense of 'run,' meaning to move quickly by taking quick steps, to go quickly through a place, or to compete in a race. It can be used in phrases like 'run for it,' meaning to try to escape or avoid something dangerous, and 'run out of steam,' meaning to become too tired to continue doing something.