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    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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    Definition of RUN AFOUL

    Best Alternative Words for RUN AFOUL

    RankWordSave?More Syns..UsageType
    1conflict
    		nounn
    2contravene
    		verbv
    3infringe
    		verbv

    Best Hypernyms For RUN AFOUL

    Here is a list of related hypernyms for run afoul, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
    Words (6)
    breach break infract offend transgress violate
    Phrases (1)
    go against

    Alternatives for CONFLICT

    Words (25)
    battledisputefightstrugglealtercationanimosityargumentclashcombatcompetitionconfrontationcontentioncontestdisagreementdiscorddissensionhostilityquarrelrivalrystrifewarcontravenedifferenceengagementinfringe
    Phrases (2)
    difference of opinionrun afoul
    All synonyms for conflict
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