(idiomatic) Contrary to the flow of the game.

(idiomatic, intransitive) To run down the clock.

(idiomatic, transitive) To force someone out of a place or a position.

To come to a natural end.

(nautical) To loosen and let run freely, as lines; to let fall without restraint, as a sail.

(printing, dated) To use or require a greater number of some particular letters or symbols than the regular proportion, as, for example, when making an index.

Alternative form of go round in circles

Alternative form of go round in circles

(US) Method of managing a complex operation.

(derogatory, dated) A home run hit to the minimum distance possible, usually just over the outfield fence closest to home plate.