Get a running mate? (5)

I believe the answer is:

elope

(Other definitions for elope that I've seen before include "Run away to get married" , "go off to the match?" , "Run off with Mr/Ms Right" , "escape" , "Do a runner" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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