run a red light

Definitions

verb To pass through the traffic light when the red light is on.
verb idiomatic To enter a restricted area. To trespass.
verb idiomatic To falsely accuse someone of wrongdoing.
verb idiomatic To pass a political bill that is clearly based on false premises.
verb idiomatic To claim a position that one does not rightfully earn.

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