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workaround
[wurk-uh-round]
noun
Computers.a strategy or technique used to overcome a defect or other problem in a program or system.
This is a known bug in version 1.5, but a workaround is available.
any method used to overcome a technical problem, especially a problem that could prevent success.
The astronauts needed a workaround to bypass the faulty cable.
workaround
/ ˈɜːəˌʊԻ /
noun
a method of circumventing or overcoming a problem in a computer program or system
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of workaround1
Example Sentences
To source the foam and PVC for their soles, Oka Brands tried tapping into the automotive industry's supplier network — an unconventional but necessary workaround.
Mr Quinn said people would often find workarounds to content blocks and there will still be damaging content that is not under the hashtag.
He added that it "doesn't touch the sides in enacting fundamental reform - especially if water companies can still workaround bonuses and wriggle off the hook".
It told BBC's Wake Up to Money clients were "receiving regular updates" including "workarounds" on how to continue deliveries.
In both cases, we may have hoped the TV adaptations would find a workaround for these terrible inevitabilities while knowing that was impossible.
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