flout

Example Sentences

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It flouts the single most important rule of investing, which is to make sure you are diversified; at least 60% U.S. stocks and 40% international stocks would be better.

From MarketWatch

Since the protests, women in Iran have been increasingly flouting the dress code requiring them to cover their neck and head, which became compulsory after the 1979 Islamic revolution.

From Barron's

For districts that persistently flout anti-discrimination laws, “the department may use any means necessary to effect compliance,” according to laws already in place.

From Los Angeles Times

Retaining the header is a lawyerly attempt to keep his word while flouting it in spirit.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Those who perform civic service should expect to be held to a higher standard. This wasn’t a mistake. This was a concerted effort to flout the law to escape justice.”

From Los Angeles Times