Meaning of the word "run amok" in English
What does "run amok" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
run amok
US /rʌn əˈmʌk/
UK /rʌn əˈmɒk/
Idiom
to behave in a wild, uncontrolled, and possibly destructive manner
Example:
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The crowd started to run amok after the concert ended.
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The software bug caused the system to run amok.
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