run after English

Meaning run after meaning

What does run after mean?

run after verb

— To follow quickly, often in an effort to catch or catch up with (someone or something).

— To make a determined effort to win someone's affections or to have a sexual relationship with them.

— To endeavour to find or obtain.

— (obsolete) To seek the company or assistance of; to frequent; to consult (someone).

— try to win someone's affections

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run after English » English

pursue

chase

follow

hunt

overtake

court

chase after

catch up

watch

want

trot after

shoot

search

run round

run down

run around

prey on

make after

jilt

hound

go after

drop down

drive away

demand

course

cling

chevy

accompany

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Physical actions Move

Pursue

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