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circumventing

/ˌsɜːmkəmˈvɛntɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does circumventing mean?

verb

To find or make a way around something, especially a rule or obstacle, in order to achieve a goal or avoid a problem.

Example

"The company circumvented the new tax law by restructuring its finances."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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