The dog ran after the ball and fetched it.

Meaning: This means the dog chased the ball, caught it, and brought it back to its owner.

Choice of Words: Ran means to move quickly on foot. Fetched means to go and get something and bring it back. When you put them together, "Ran after the ball and fetched it" means the dog moved quickly on foot to get the ball and bring it back.

Alternative Expressions

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