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run to earth |
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run someone or something to earth to find something after a search. Lisa finally ran her long-lost cousin to earth in Paris. After months of searching, I ran a copy of Jim's book to earth. run somebody to earth (British & Australian) to find someone after searching for them The film star was run to earth by reporters in an exclusive golf complex. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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When the Inspector went away, he confidently assured us that everything would soon be straightened out and the assassins run to earth. |
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