intrude

Example Sentences

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Woodward decision established clear limits on state power to intrude on private corporations, strengthening corporate rights and autonomy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 27, 2025

These thoughts even intrude on him when he’s reading for fun—or trying to.

From Slate • Jul. 23, 2025

It only three minutes for reality to intrude.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2025

But this time he’s there strictly as a visitor, he won’t intrude on the radio microphone that will be manned by Monday and Stephen Nelson during the Series.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 24, 2024

“Possibly. I hope not. If so, it was done with great subtlety. There are powerful limits to how any outsider can intrude on a preserve. And our preserve is more secret than most.”

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull