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encroach
[en-krohch]
verb (used without object)
to advance beyond proper, established, or usual limits; make gradual inroads.
A dictatorship of the majority is encroaching on the rights of the individual.
to trespass upon the property, domain, or rights of another, especially stealthily or by gradual advances.
encroach
/ ɪˈəʊʃ /
verb
to intrude gradually, stealthily, or insidiously upon the rights, property, etc, of another
to advance beyond the usual or proper limits
Other 51Թ Forms
- encroacher noun
- unencroached adjective
- ˈDz noun
- ˈDzԳ noun
- ˈDzԲ adverb
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of encroach1
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Example Sentences
Essayli tried to draw a clear line between encroaching on the 1st Amendment and criminal activity in speaking to reporters Wednesday.
Once known for its network of lakes that helped manage excess rainwater, Bengaluru has seen many of these water bodies encroached upon.
But soon, with helicopters up above and an encroaching military presence from every which way, chaos followed and the incident has long served as a chilling example of state-sanctioned violence.
To many, it seemed there were just many more bears encroaching on human settlements.
The three friends try to find their rhythm in the steps of the danse macabre she creates, even as old dance patterns of desire and friendship bring them closer to the encroaching flames.
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