RUN-THROUGH Definition & Meaning

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run-through

[ ruhn-throo ]

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noun

the performing of a sequence of designated actions, especially as a trial prior to actual performance; rehearsal; practice.
a quick outline or review:
a run-through of his medical history.

adjective

(of a freight train) made up of cars for a single destination, usually routed so as to avoid congested areas and stopping only for a change of crew.

run through

verb

tr, adverb to transfix with a sword or other weapon
intr, preposition to exhaust (money) by wasteful spending; squander
intr, preposition to practise or rehearse
let's run through the plan
intr, preposition to examine hastily

noun

a practice or rehearsal
a brief survey

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of run-through¹

First recorded in 1920–25; noun use of verb phrase run through

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This process — revelation, revision, run-through — repeats a few times until, finally, they all nod in satisfaction.

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With Fehlbaum shooting in long takes, the cast never knew with each run-through where the handheld cameras might be pointed, in what came to be called “wild style” shooting.

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A final run-through ensures the cast and crew know their positions.

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After sitting around all week at rehearsals with little direction, Crystal performed it at a Friday run-through — and it killed.

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The Academy Awards is the only award ceremony that actually requires presenters to attend a run-through prior to the live show.

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