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circumvention

/ˌsɜːmkəmˈvɛnʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does circumvention mean?

noun

The act of finding a way to avoid or evade a problem, obstacle, or restriction, often by using indirect or creative means. The act of bypassing or circumventing a rule, law, or regulation.

Example

"The company's lawyers found a way to circumvent the tax laws and avoid paying millions in fines."

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

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