[run away] vi (13c) 1 a: to leave quickly in order to avoid or escape something b: to leave home; esp: elope
2: to run out of control: stampede, bolt
3: to gain a substantial lead: win by a large margin -- run away with 1: to take away in haste or secretly; esp: steal
2: to outshine the others in (a theatrical performance)
3: to carry or drive beyond prudent or reasonable limits "your imagination ran away with you"