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Definition of run-in noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

run-in

noun
 
/ˈrʌn ɪn/
 
/ˈrʌn ɪn/
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  1. run-in (with somebody) (informal) an argument or a fight
    • The fiery player has had numerous run-ins with referees.
    Topics Opinion and argumentc2
  2. (also more frequent run-up)
     run-in (to something) (British English) a period of time leading up to an important event; the preparation for this
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