Phrasal Verbs

run to

This page is about the phrasal verb run to

Meaning

to ask someone to help or protect you when you should be able to look after yourself

For example

  • run to sb You're in your thirties, so you shouldn't still have to run to your parents for help when things go wrong.

  • run to sb He's such a baby. He goes running to a teacher whenever the other kids tease him.

Quick Quiz

Ben still runs to his parents whenever he

a. needs some exercise

b. is short of money

c. wants to help them
a) needs some exercise b) is short of money c) wants to help them

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Contributor: Matt Errey