RUN AFOUL Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the phrase run afoul. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the phrase run afoul. (close relations)

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	conflict				nounn
	noun • an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals) • opposition between two simultaneous but incompatible feelings • a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war • a state of opposition between persons or ideas or interests • an incompatibility of dates or events • opposition in a work of drama or fiction between characters or forces (especially an opposition that motivates the development of the plot) • a disagreement or argument about something important verb • be in conflict • go against, as of rules and laws
	contravene				verbv
	verb • go against, as of rules and laws • deny the truth of
	infringe				verbv
	verb • go against, as of rules and laws • advance beyond the usual limit

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RUN AFOUL Synonyms

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