Run past

verb

To show or give a quick look of something to someone to gain their approval or opinion.

I'll run past the plans with you once more before the meeting.

Definition 1 of 2

Pro Tip 1/3

Use 'run past' when you want someone's feedback or agreement on an idea or plan.

Can I run past a few ideas for the project with you?

Pro Tip 2/3

'Run past' implies a brief or informal sharing of information, rather than a detailed discussion.

Let me quickly run past the agenda before we start.

Pro Tip 3/3

Using 'run past' can signal that something is still a draft or open to changes.

I need to run past the proposal with my team before submitting it.

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