run away with

See also: run away

English

To leave secretly with another person, often with the intention of getting married or of living together against the wishes of the family.
She ran away with my best friend.
To steal and get away with it.
The robber ran away with some valuable paintings.
To be misled.
Don't run away with the idea that this money will solve all your problems.
To overwhelm, get the better of
He allowed his emotions to run away with him.
To be superior or outstanding in something.
Team USA ran away with the medal count.

leave secretly with another person

to steal

be misled

to overwhelm — see overwhelm

to be superior

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