Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see run, up. / To run (towards someone or something); to hasten to a destination. / (with to) To approach (an event or point in time).

Alternative form of run-up

(cricket) The approach run of a bowler before delivering the ball. / The approach run of a high jumper or other athlete in order to gather speed or momentum.

plural of run-up

plural of run up

(transitive) To approach with speed or forceful intensity / (transitive) To confront with hostility

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of run up

present participle of run up

To engage in the practice – usually by coaching decision – of scoring more points than needed in a one-sided contest.

(transitive) To begin to encounter problems with (someone or something).