hitori aruki
1. taking on a life of its own (of a rumour, etc.)
2. walking by oneself; taking a walk by oneself
+ 2 additional meanings★ Common
Noun
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1. taking on a life of its own (of a rumour, etc.)
2. walking by oneself; taking a walk by oneself
+ 2 additional meanings1. Self-sufficient; Independent
1. by oneself; on one's own
1. Independent walking; Walking alone
1. Was independent.; Was self-sufficient.
1. Walked alone.; Was able to walk on its own.
1. If/when walking alone; If it walks alone (of an object)
1. Not self-sufficient.; Not independent.
1. Will likely happen on its own.; It will probably spread.
1. If one walks alone; If it were to walk alone