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obtrude

/ɒbˈtruːd/ verb · British & US
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What does obtrude mean?

verb

to push or thrust oneself or something forward in a way that is unwanted or unwelcome; to intrude or interfere with something.

Example

"The loud music began to obtrude on the peaceful atmosphere of the park."

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