skirting

Example Sentences

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Critics of these arrangements say private-equity firms use them to gain de facto control over law firms while skirting ownership bans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

The fleet is made up of ageing tankers that carry Russia's oil and gas around the world, skirting Western restrictions.

From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026

The two-lane loop threads its way among forests and A-frames and cabins, skirting the waters of June Lake and the lake’s village, which is only a few blocks long.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026

Mr Pearson recommended sealing gaps around skirting boards, letter boxes and even light fittings.

From BBC • Jan. 3, 2026

He left West Boston and, skirting dirty Mill Cove, came at last into his own North Boston.

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes