Run ___ of Crossword Clue

By Emre Parlak Date: NOV 5, 2025 Follow on Google

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Q1.

What is the most likely answer for the crossword clue "Run ___ of"?

The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Run ___ of" is AFOUL.

Q2.

Why is "AFOUL" the answer to the clue "Run ___ of"?

The phrase 'run afoul of' is an idiomatic expression meaning to come into conflict with or go against something. The word 'afoul' is often used in nautical contexts, referring to a ship that gets tangled or caught. Here, the clue hints at completing the common phrase with the correct word.

Q3.

In which puzzle was the clue "Run ___ of" last seen?

This clue was last seen in the Washington Post Mini Crossword on November 05, 2025.

Q4.

What does the word "AFOUL" mean in this context?

Afoul means in a state of conflict or entanglement.

Q5.

What are some other crossword clues that share the same answer?

Run ___ of (clash with), Not a good way to run?, Run ___ of (violate), On the bad side (of)

If you’ve landed here for the “Run ___ of” clue from the November 5 2025, Washington Post mini crossword, you are in the exact right place. Our team of experts has solved today’s entire puzzle and found the precise answer for this clue.

The 5-letter answer to this puzzle is AFOUL. Afoul means in a state of conflict or entanglement.

You can find all the solutions for today’s puzzle, as well as answers from previous days, on our main Washington Post Mini Crossword Answers Today (September 2026) page.

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