Phrase guide

run and gun

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To move the ball quickly and shoot often.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: attributive, often

Topics: ball-games, basketball, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

Examples

  • This team likes to run and gun.
  • They're really running and gunning now.
  • This coach likes to play a run-and-gun offense.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To do something hastily and with great energy.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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