Running Late In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "Running Late", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-05-17 03:05

Meaning of Running Late

Synonyms:

run behind

Running Late phrase

Normally used in the progressive tense.

Completing tasks or arriving at locations or destinations late than expected or scheduled

My plan started running late due to the pandemic.

He got sacked for running late so many a time.

Notwithstanding running late, he managed to get into school without being caught.

Origin of Running Late

The origin of this  expression is not clear.

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