Circumvent (verb)

To find a way of avoiding something, especially by using clever methods.

Origin:

From latin, meaning "to go around".

Examples:

  1. She found a way to circumvent the rules.
  2. We've been trying to circumvent the problem for some time now.
  3. The company was able to circumvent the regulations by using a loophole.
  4. He was able to circumvent the security measures and gain access to the building.
  5. The government is trying to circumvent the sanctions with trade deals with other countries.
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