English

Verb

run a red light

1. To pass through the traffic light when the red light is on.
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.