- present participle of flout.
flouting
Example Sentences
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If yes, the flouting of the law should be noted and the relief should be halted until the review is done.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026
They said the focus likely will be on companies hyping AI businesses without having actual technology advantages, using overseas operations to skirt domestic regulations, or flouting Beijing’s orders against price wars.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
A woman suspected of stalking rock star Yungblud is being sought by police after she was accused of flouting a ban on attending his concerts.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
Several commissioners said they were troubled by the continued instances of officers flouting the department’s rules on the use of body cameras, and asked for a report back about whether the problem is more widespread.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
She wasn’t used to my flouting the rules.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
