Synonyms for Running
Definition of running
adjective
- (of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream; "as mountain stream with freely running water"; "hovels without running water"
- continually repeated over a period of time; "a running joke among us"
- of advancing the ball by running; "the team's running plays worked better than its pass plays"
8 synonyms found
Writing tips for "running"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like fleeing, functional, linear can replace "running" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 8 alternatives available, "running" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Running" in song lyrics
See how running is used in real songs:
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"Here me coming, chain swing wild when I'm running"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Shawn Wigs, Toilet — Life's Been Good to Me -
"Stop the fronting, cops is running"
Almighty — The Saga Begins -
"Haven't found the two men reported to have been running"
Apathy f/ Slaine — Holy Ghost