Definition run after in British English

run after phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb

to chase someone or something

Example

Velluci ran after the car waving his fists.

Synonyms and related words

chase pursue run after

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to try to make someone notice you because you are sexually attracted to them

Example

She should spend more time studying and less time running after boys.

Synonyms and related words

ask out flirt chat up

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