Go/run deep
verb phrase
To be strongly rooted or ingrained.
These traditions run deep in our family.

Often appears as...
- sentiments run deep
- traditions run deep
verb phrase
To have a profound or intense impact.
His words ran deep, leaving everyone in tears.

Often appears as...
- words run deep
- feelings run deep
verb phrase
To extend far below the surface.
This river runs deep through the valley.

Often appears as...
- river runs deep
- ocean runs deep
verb phrase
To be strongly rooted or ingrained.
These traditions run deep in our family.

Often appears as...
- sentiments run deep
- traditions run deep
verb phrase
To have a profound or intense impact.
His words ran deep, leaving everyone in tears.

Often appears as...
- words run deep
- feelings run deep
verb phrase
To extend far below the surface.
This river runs deep through the valley.

Often appears as...
- river runs deep
- ocean runs deep
Definition 1 of 3

Cultural Significance
Emphasizes the importance or reverence of traditions and values within a culture or community.

Respect for elders runs deep in our society.
Invisible Bonds
Suggests an unseen connection or influence that is capable of shaping behavior or thought.

The bond between them ran deep, evident in their mutual respect.
Emotional Intensity
Points to profound feelings or beliefs that are more than superficial sentiments.

Their shared passion for justice ran deep, fueling their activism.
Cultural Significance
Emphasizes the importance or reverence of traditions and values within a culture or community.

Respect for elders runs deep in our society.
Invisible Bonds
Suggests an unseen connection or influence that is capable of shaping behavior or thought.

The bond between them ran deep, evident in their mutual respect.
Emotional Intensity
Points to profound feelings or beliefs that are more than superficial sentiments.

Their shared passion for justice ran deep, fueling their activism.
Cultural Significance
Emphasizes the importance or reverence of traditions and values within a culture or community.

Respect for elders runs deep in our society.
Invisible Bonds
Suggests an unseen connection or influence that is capable of shaping behavior or thought.

The bond between them ran deep, evident in their mutual respect.
Emotional Intensity
Points to profound feelings or beliefs that are more than superficial sentiments.

Their shared passion for justice ran deep, fueling their activism.
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