Definition of Run afoul

1. Verb. Go against, as of rules and laws. "This behavior conflicts with our rules"

Exact synonyms: Conflict, Contravene, Infringe
Generic synonyms: Breach, Break, Go Against, Infract, Offend, Transgress, Violate
Derivative terms: Conflict, Contravention, Infringement, Infringement

Definition of Run afoul

1. Verb. (transitive intransitive nautical) To become entangled or in conflict with. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Run Afoul

run-on sentence
run-on sentences
run-ons
run-resistant
run-through
run-time
run-time error
run-up
run-ups
run a bath
run a mile
run a red light
run a risk
run about
run across
run afoul (current term)
run afoul of
run after
run aground
run along
run amok
run and gun
run around
run around after
run around like a chicken with its head cut off
run around with
run away
run away with
run back
run bases

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