We had a good run with this old car.
good run
idiomSuccess over an extended period.
Origin
disputed originOriginally referring to theatrical performances.
After ten years of success, the band decided to stop touring, knowing they had a good run.
Although the company eventually faced bankruptcy, the founders acknowledged they had a good run during the industry's most profitable decade.
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a good deal
Very much; to a great extent; a lot; lots.
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all good
It's all good.
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break into a run
To start running.
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but good
To a high degree; very thoroughly; in a most definite manner.
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come from a good place
To be motivated by decency, kindness, or good intentions.
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common run
Ordinary persons, things, or events.
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deal a good hand
To assign favorable circumstances in life to someone.
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do well by doing good
To achieve social acceptance or financial success as a result of behaving in a benevolent or charitable manner.