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run around after
/ɹˈʌn ɐɹˈaʊnd ˈaftə/
run round afterrun about afterto run around after
[phrase form: run]
01
to help someone with tasks they should handle independently
Examples
She 's tired of running around after her grown son, who should be more independent.
02
to follow someone or something constantly
Examples
The dog ran round after its tail, a comical sight that always made the kids laugh.
