The answer to the crossword clue “Barely Runs” is “COUGHS.” To cough is to make a sudden, explosive exhaling of air from the lungs, often accompanied by a sound. When a machine or engine “barely runs,” it means that it is operating at a low level of performance or efficiency, and may be in need of repair.
I’m Matthew Thompson, a writer and technology enthusiast. I’ve been working with MathWright for several years, and I’m excited to bring my passion for technology and my writing skills to this dynamic and innovative platform.