afoul

Example Sentences

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He ran afoul of some in the orchestra and of its imperious head, Ernest Fleischmann.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

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

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

As a result, it is nearly impossible for individuals to sue federal officers, including immigration agents, who run afoul of the Constitution.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

Air Canada has run afoul of its bilingualism mandate in the past.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

I hope you haven’t run afoul of too many of them.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland