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Meaning of come running | Babel Free

Verb CEFR B2

Definitions

To run towards somebody.
To come quickly to somebody's aid or assistance.

Examples

“The burnt and bleeding man staggered to his feet, dazed and unbelieving, and asked the startled townspeople who came running whether his fireman and guard were safe. He was kept away from the smouldering crater where his engine had been, and taken to hospital.”

“I see these sleepless nights and I count every tear you cry Call my name, I'll come running”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

come short come the acid come the old acid come the old soldier come the raw prawn come thick and fast