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to run to
[phrase form: run]
01
to extend to a specific, typically considerable, amount, degree, etc.
Examples
The total cost of the wedding ran to several thousand dollars.
The repairs on the old house could run to a significant expense.
02
to be a sufficient amount to meet a specific financial cost or requirement
Dialect
British
BritishExamples
My savings can run to a vacation this summer if I budget carefully.
The grant money should run to cover the research expenses for the year.
03
to reach a point where one's abilities or preferences are no longer sufficient
Examples
She realized her patience had run to its limit, and she could n't tolerate the situation any longer.
His dedication to the cause ran him to the point of physical and emotional fatigue.
04
to seek help or protection from someone
Examples
When the storm hit, the scared child instinctively ran to their parents for comfort.
Faced with a challenging situation at work, she decided to run to her experienced colleague for guidance.
