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Circumvented

Description:

Circumvented is the past tense form of the verb "circumvent," which means to find a way around or overcome a problem or obstacle in a clever or sneaky manner.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

As a transitive verb:

• To bypass or avoid by going around something.
• To evade or outsmart someone or something.

Example sentences:

1. She circumvented the heavy traffic by taking a different route.
2. The thief cleverly circumvented the security system and escaped with the valuables.

Sense 2:

As an intransitive verb:

• To avoid complying with a rule, regulation, or restriction.
• To find a way to achieve a goal despite limitations or challenges.

Example sentences:

1. He always tries to circumvent the company policies to get what he wants.
2. Despite financial constraints, they managed to circumvent their limitations and create a successful business.

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