English · Phrasal verb Attested

run against

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To compete with (someone) in an election.

Where it’s used: Used American English

I don't want to run against him for the governorship.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To negatively effect (someone or something); to experience a conflict regarding (something); to run up against (something).

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “run against” mean?

To compete with (someone) in an election.

Is “run against” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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