run the table

phrase

1
: to sink all remaining shots without missing in pool
2
: to win all remaining contests

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Now, Eastern Hills is a contender, and arguably a favorite, to run the table and win the District 5-4A Division I championship. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026 As has our play in the Coliseum, including running the table last year in front of a lot of epic atmospheres. — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026 In 2003, the team ran the table, finishing a perfect 32-0 and winning the NCAA team title, as well as the individual singles and doubles championships. — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 31 July 2026 Then again, if Toronto runs the table the next five days, the Blue Jays may be back in true contention and decide to add players. — Chuck Murr, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for run the table

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“Run the table.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/run%20the%20table. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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