Definition of «dead run»

The term "dead run" refers to a straight, unobstructed path over which something is moving or traveling. It means that there are no obstacles or interruptions in its way and it can move freely towards its destination without any hindrance. The phrase often used figuratively to describe an easy, straightforward task or situation where everything goes as planned with nothing unexpected getting in the way.

Sentences with «dead run»

When our quartet of cuddly endangered animals saunters off into the sunset, it feels disturbingly melancholy — something director Chris Wedge tries to assuage with a tedious epilogue that beats a long - dead running gag into the loam of an increasingly belaboured film. (filmfreakcentral.net)
Steinberger pointed out that The Walking Dead runs in six - issue arcs that are easily collected into trades. (goodereader.com)
Just finished Don't Say a Word by Barbara Freethy and Dead Running by Cami Checkette. (fkbt.com)
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