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dry vs run dry

run dry vs dry

dry is a noun but run dry is not a noun.

dry is an adjective but run dry is not an adjective.

dry and run dry both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
dry Yes Yes Yes No
run dry No No Yes No
As verbs, run dry is a hyponym of dry; that is, run dry is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than dry:
  • dry: become dry or drier
  • run dry: become empty of water
Other hyponyms of dry include scorch, dry out.
dry (noun) run dry (noun)
a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages
dry (adjective) run dry (adjective)
free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet
not producing milk
(of liquor) having a low residual sugar content because of decomposition of sugar during fermentation
opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages
lacking moisture or volatile components
without a mucous or watery discharge
having a large proportion of strong liquor
humorously sarcastic or mocking
practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages
used of solid substances in contrast with liquid ones
not shedding tears
lacking warmth or emotional involvement
unproductive especially of the expected results
lacking interest or stimulation; dull and lifeless
(of food) eaten without a spread or sauce or other garnish
having no adornment or coloration
dry (verb) run dry (verb)
become dry or drier become empty of water
remove the moisture from and make dry
Difference between dry and run dry

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