circumvent
Example Sentences
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The trend of "agentic AI" means the advent of systems that can "act autonomously, make decisions, and even circumvent defensive mechanisms," according to Kreuzer.
From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026
“Convoluted Line A” and “Convoluted Line B” are metal troughs set into a raised concrete platform, their winding forms charting a course that visitors must circumvent.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
"The conduct by these individuals alleged in the indictment is a contravention of the company's policies and compliance controls, including efforts to circumvent applicable export control laws and regulations," the firm said.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
“The conduct by these individuals alleged in the indictment is a contravention of the company’s policies and compliance controls, including efforts to circumvent applicable export-control laws and regulations,” Super Micro said in a statement.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026
I find most interesting the conspiracy of life in the desert to circumvent the death rays of the all-conquering sun.
From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.