Fixed expressions
Idioms
English fixed expressions — phrases whose meaning isn't obvious from the individual words. Each entry shows the meaning, an example sentence, and its register.
Idioms containing run, including its inflections. Clear word filter
2 idioms
run out of steam
CEFR B2to lose the energy, enthusiasm, or momentum needed to continue
Informal
run it up the flagpole and see who salutes
CEFR C1present an idea tentatively to find out who supports it
Informal