run by

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run by

The children run by the park bench on their way to the playground.

Definition
  1. Verb (transitive, phrasal verb):
    • To pass by someone or something while running: To move quickly on foot past a person or location.
    • To present an idea, plan, or piece of information to someone for their consideration, opinion, or approval: To briefly explain something to someone to get their feedback.
Usage
  • The primary meaning involves physical movement past a point.
  • The secondary, more common meaning is idiomatic and involves the presentation of information for review.
  • It is often used in professional or collaborative contexts.
Examples
  • Literal meaning (to pass by while running):
    • I saw a jogger run by my window this morning.
    • The children ran by so fast we could barely see them.
  • Idiomatic meaning (to present for consideration):
    • I have a new proposal; can I run it by you later?
    • She ran the numbers by her manager before finalizing the report.
    • Let me run this idea by the team first.
Advanced Usage
  • "to run something by someone": The structure is almost always "run [something] by [someone]." The "something" (the idea, plan, document) is the direct object.
    • He ran the draft speech by his communications advisor.
  • It implies a quick, informal review rather than a formal submission.
Variants and Related Words
  • Run past: A near-identical synonym for the idiomatic meaning (to present for consideration).
    • I need to run these figures past accounting.
Synonyms
  • Present to: To show or offer for consideration.
  • Submit for review: To give something to someone for examination and judgment.
  • Check with: To consult someone for confirmation or advice.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Run through: To rehearse, explain, or examine quickly from beginning to end.
    • Let's run through the main points of the presentation.
  • Run over: To hit with a vehicle; or to exceed a limit; or to review quickly.
    • We'll run over the schedule one more time.
Related Idioms
  • To bounce something off someone: Similar to "run by," meaning to share an idea to get a reaction.
    • Can I bounce this concept off you?
run by

The children run by the park bench on their way to the playground.

Verb
  1. pass by while running
    • We watched children were running by

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