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run away with

To be misled by imagining that one's desires can come true.
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He allowed his emotions to run away with him.

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Submitted on August 31, 2012

Additional definitions for 'run away with':

run away withTo leave secretly with another person. Usually with the intention of getting married or of living together against the wishes of the family.
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chạy đi với

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