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RUNAROUND

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There are 4 meanings of the word Runaround.

Runaround - as a noun

An evasive explanation in the form of multiple excuses.

Example: "I called them to find out what had happened to my parcel, but all i got was a runaround."

A detour or route that bypasses an obstacle.

A section of type that is narrower than that of the column it is part of; typically next to an illustration.

A whitlow running around the fingernail but not affecting the bone.

Example Sentences

"I hate it when customer service gives me the runaround."
"After weeks of promises, all I got was a runaround from my landlord."
"He tried to avoid answering my questions by giving me the runaround."
"The politician is notorious for giving the press the runaround."
"I called five different departments, and they all gave me the runaround."
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Word Game Points

Is RUNAROUND a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, runaround is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RUNAROUND has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is RUNAROUND a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, runaround is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RUNAROUND has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is RUNAROUND a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, runaround is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RUNAROUND has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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