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to run up against
/ɹˈʌn ˌʌp ɐɡˈɛnst/
/ɹˈʌn ˌʌp ɐɡˈɛnst/
to run up against
[phrase form: run]
01
to encounter a problem or a difficult situation
Examples
Our project ran up against an unexpected obstacle that delayed our progress.
The company ran up against financial challenges when the market took a downturn.
02
to encounter a person who makes it difficult to work or communicate with them effectively
Examples
In the workplace, she often ran up against a colleague who was resistant to new ideas and collaboration.
During the negotiation, the team unexpectedly ran up against a counterpart known for being uncooperative and confrontational.
