afoul

Example Sentences

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More recently, it ran afoul of Pokémon’s legions by cribbing that franchise’s signature font and imagery.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

They would be running afoul of sanctions if they transact with Iran.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Coast Guard to seize vessels that had run afoul of U.S. sanctions and laws.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

“It’s not that the courts are anti-Trump. In fact, he wins a lot. It’s really that he takes such an aggressive approach to policy making that he runs afoul of existing precedents.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

But anyone who fell afoul of them was still put through the ordeal of inquisition as a traitor.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein