The phrase "run its course" is spelled as /rʌn ɪts kɔːs/. The first word "run" is pronounced with the vowel sound of "uh" (as in "butter") and the "n" is nasalized. The second word "its" is pronounced with the vowel sound of "ih" (as in "sit") and the "t" is silent. The final word "course" is pronounced with the vowel sound of "aw" (as in "saw") and the "se" is pronounced like "s". This phrase means to progress or develop naturally without any interference or control.
"Run its course" is a commonly used idiomatic expression that refers to the natural progression or completion of a process or event, without any further interference or intervention. It implies that something has reached its inevitable outcome or conclusion through the passage of time or through a sequence of actions or occurrences, and there is no need for any further action or intervention to influence the outcome.
This phrase is often used in the context of situations or circumstances that are considered transient or temporary in nature. It suggests that the situation, event, or process has unfolded or developed as much as it could and has now come to an end or reached a natural conclusion. It implies that the course of events has been allowed to play out and that further efforts or attempts to change the course of events would be unnecessary or futile.
For example, if someone has a minor illness or a common cold, they might be advised by a doctor to let it "run its course," meaning that it will resolve itself naturally over time without the need for medical intervention. Similarly, a relationship or a particular phase of life might be said to have run its course when it has reached a point where further continuation or intervention is no longer desirable or beneficial.