Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
runaway train
noun
/ˈrʌn.ə.weɪ treɪn/
Definition
A train that is not under control or that is moving without the ability to stop or slow down.
Examples
- When he heard the news, it felt like his emotions were a runaway train.
- After the budget cuts, the project became a runaway train, spiraling out of budget and timeline.
Meaning
The term often refers to a situation where something is out of control, escalating rapidly without intervention.
Synonyms
- out of control
- uncontrollable
- runaway
