run a red light

English

Verb

run a red light

  1. To pass through the traffic light when the red light is illuminated.
  2. (idiomatic) To enter a restricted area; to trespass.
  3. (idiomatic) To falsely accuse someone of wrongdoing.
  4. (idiomatic) To pass a political bill that is clearly based on false premises.
  5. (idiomatic) To claim a position that one does not rightfully earn.

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