Come running

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verb

To quickly go to a place or person as soon as you are called or needed.

As soon as he heard the cry for help, he came running.
Visual representation of "come running" - To quickly go to a place or person as soon as you are called or needed

Often appears as...

  • come running to help
  • come running when called

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "come running"
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Urgent Response

Used when someone responds immediately and quickly to a situation that requires fast action.

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When the alarm sounded, the firefighters came running.
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Helping Nature

Shows a person's readiness to assist when others are in need or in a critical situation.

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She always comes running if her friends are in trouble.
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Attention Sign

Indicates someone's need for attention or assistance, causing others to come quickly.

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The toddler started crying, and his mother came running.
Visual representation of the word "Come running"

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