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to run into
[phrase form: run]
01
to meet someone by chance and unexpectedly
Transitive: to run into sb
Examples
I ran into my old friend at the supermarket yesterday.
I ca n't believe I ran into my boss at the movies last night!
02
to unexpectedly face a difficult situation or problem
Transitive: to run into a difficulty or problem
Examples
The company ran into financial difficulties and had to lay off employees.
I ran into a traffic jam on my way to work this morning.
03
to cause something to hit a person or thing, often by accident
Ditransitive: to run into sth sb/sth
Examples
He ran his scooter into a pedestrian while turning the corner.
The cyclist ran his bicycle into a lamp post, resulting in a minor accident.
04
to accidentally hit a person or thing
Transitive: to run into sb/sth
Examples
The taxi ran into someone waiting at the curb.
The delivery truck ran into a person while making a turn.
05
to surpass a specified level or amount, particularly in relation to expenses, numbers, or quantities
Transitive: to run into a level or amount
Examples
The project 's expenses ran into the millions due to unforeseen complications.
The construction timeline ran into months beyond the original estimate.
06
to mix something so that it becomes a unified part of a whole
Ditransitive: to run into sth sth
Examples
The artist decided to run the new color palette into the overall painting to create a cohesive look.
The architect managed to run the modern design into the existing structure beautifully.
