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Run afoul of
Verb
Definitions
1.
Verb
To become entangled in; to run aground on.
2.
Verb
To contravene.
"When quoting others, take care not to run afoul of copyright rules."
Synonyms
run afoul
strike
put by
ground
fall foul
beach
strand
gravel
run into
fall aboard of
run up against
rub up against
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