gets the runaround

A form of get the runaround — To be given unclear, evasive, or unhelpful information, often when seeking answers, assistance or services.

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Meanings

verb
  1. indicativepresentsingularthird personthird-person singular simple present indicative of get the runaround
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APA

gets the runaround. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 5, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/gets%20the%20runaround

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“gets the runaround.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/gets%20the%20runaround. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “gets the runaround,” accessed November 5, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/gets%20the%20runaround.

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