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runaway
adjective
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How to pronounce runaway:

Definition of runaway:

runaway (adjective):
completely out of control.
(of a race or victory) easily won

Synonyms for runaway:

victoryromp

Antonyms for runaway:

stifledhamperedlimitedpatternedcalmcontinentreducedrestrictedcheckedgentle
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