run against
run
ˈrʌn
ran
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gainst
gɛnst
genst
/ɹˈʌn ɐɡˈɛnst/

Definition & Meaning of "run against"in English

to run against
[phrase form: run]
01

to oppose or have an effect that is not helpful toward someone or something

to run against definition and meaning
Examples
The candidate decided to run against the incumbent governor in the upcoming election.
02

to unexpectedly encounter someone

Examples
I ran against my childhood friend at the airport yesterday.
03

to collide with someone or something

Examples
I accidentally ran against the table in the dark.
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