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VocabJLPT N2

foul

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. foul
2. breaking the rules
3. violation (of the law, regulations, etc.)

Means a foul or rule violation in sports or games, referring to breaking the established rules of play. It is widely used in sports commentary and everyday conversation about games. Committing one often results in a penalty or disadvantage for the offending side.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

She shrugged and said, "That excuse is totally out of bounds."

Sentence 2

The teacher said looking at the answers first is cheating.

Sentence 3

Pretending you didn't know the rules doesn't make it any less of a foul.

Sentence 4

"That wasn't a foul — it was completely legitimate," he insisted.

Sentence 5

Would citing sources be required for this report, or is skipping them a violation?