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RUNAWAY

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)
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There are 7 meanings of the word Runaway.

How to pronounce runaway:

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Runaway - as a noun

An easy victory

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blowout12laugher11romp8shoo-inwalkaway21

Someone who flees from an uncongenial situation

Example: "Fugitives from the sweatshops"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fleer8fugitive15

Runaway - as an adjective satellite

Completely out of control

Example: "Runaway inflation"

Runaway - as an adjective

Having run away; escaped; fugitive

Example: "A runaway thief"

Easily won, as a contest

Example: "A runaway victory at the polls"

Unchecked; rampant

Example: "Runaway prices"

Deserting or revolting against one's group, duties, expected conduct, or the like, especially to establish or join a rival group, change one's life drastically, etc.

Example: "The runaway delegates nominated their own candidate."

Example Sentences

"The police are searching for a runaway child."
"The runaway managed to escape from the pursuing officers."
"My uncle was a runaway in his youth, always seeking adventure."
"The organization provides shelter and support for runaways."
"She was afraid her daughter might become a runaway."
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Word Game Points

Is RUNAWAY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, runaway is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RUNAWAY has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is RUNAWAY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, runaway is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RUNAWAY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is RUNAWAY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, runaway is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RUNAWAY has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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