"dead run" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} dead run
  1. Coming as fast as one can, often in a harried state. Related terms: run for one's life
    Sense id: en-dead_run-en-noun-3vFV2w2G Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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