running in
Making quick visit
Running in is the process of gradually breaking in a new engine or mechanical device by operating it gently at first.
The practice allows moving parts to wear together and settle before being subjected to full stress: The manual recommends running in the engine for the first 500 miles.
Also called breaking in.
- break-inUnlawful entry to premises
- new carRecently manufactured vehicle
- stepFoot movement forward
- barging inEntering without permission
- dashQuick burst or pinch
rush · intruding · hypermiling · conditioning · tune-up · maiden voyage · easy does it · lubrication · engine braking · calibration · sprinting · engine trouble · jogging · hurry · breath · interrupting · laps · debut
running instaying
Continuing in place
settling in · lingering · remaining · taking up residence · moving in
running inrunning out
Approaching total depletion
running away · fleeing · exiting · leaving · departing
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