ENCROACHMENT Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

encroachment

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as in intrusion

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Recent Examples of encroachment From that standpoint, increased federal involvement—through Homeland Security voter lists and Postal Service regulations—is defended as a legitimate effort to protect the constitutional order rather than an encroachment on states. — Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026 The predatory marsupial, known scientifically as the thylacine, was driven to extinction by excessive hunting, habit loss and the encroachment of invasive species. — USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026 Reguilón’s follow-up found the net, but his goal was ruled out for encroachment into the box. — Dean Jones, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026 Miami’s Sergio Reguilon put in the rebound, but it was disallowed for encroachment after a video review. — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 16 Aug. 2026 The George Washington University’s sale of its Virginia campus to Amazon, for example, illustrates the encroachment of AI onto higher education’s doorstep. — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 12 Aug. 2026 One Night Only spends nearly its entire run time scoffing at the idea that Americans would ever be principled enough to take a stand against the incremental encroachment of fascist policies. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2026 As past and present echo through the mountains, human encroachment and indifference threaten to erase their unique spirit, and his story becomes a reflection of an age-old, unequal struggle. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2026 During public comments, most Eagle residents spoke about encroachment on their freedoms to shoot due to the lack of a dedicated shooting space. — Noah Daly july 24, Idaho Statesman, 24 July 2026

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Noun

Deloitte itself is moving onward in this sector with its Silent Shield cyber intrusion detection system, so the advisory firm already has a stake in the success of space.

— Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026
The Justice Department did not detail the damage to the agencies or other targets from the computer intrusions.

— Dan Mangan, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of intrusion

Noun

Bessent's remarks came as Siluanov's first in-person appearance at the summit since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022 drew objections from other European leaders.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
Hate him, despise him, be jealous of his wealth, but support his efforts to destroy Iran and hopefully end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of invasion

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Some studios including Disney have sued AI companies over copyright infringement in cases that are ongoing.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
In failing to appreciate as much, the Court misconceives the plaintiff's injury, allowing the Executive’s likely infringement of the Legislature’s power of the purse and authority to regulate federal property in the District of Columbia to continue.

— Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of infringement

Noun

However, people can still face vandalism, tampering, trespass or theft allegations, the Santa Ana law firm said.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Bow School District soon issued no-trespass orders that banned Fellers and Anthony Foote from entering district property or attending sporting or other extracurricular events.

— BrieAnna J. Frank, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of trespass

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If Paul Baker wins, Nina will report the zoning violation that is their household.

— Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026
Other alleged violations — which total 23 in all — range from not having any smoke or carbon monoxide detectors throughout the property to failing to maintain the building in a structurally safe and stable condition.

— Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of violation

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Initial reports suggested that Russia was behind the incursion, but the German government did not confirm the reports until Tuesday.

— Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 1 Sep. 2026
An Israeli security official identified the Hamas leader as Mu'in al-Arabid, head of the General Security Apparatus, saying he was arrested during an Israeli incursion deep inside Hamas territory in Gaza.

— Anders Hagstrom, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2026

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