encroaching Meaning, Definition & Usage
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verb advance beyond the usual limit
infringe; impinge; encroach.
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verb impinge or infringe upon
impinge; trench; entrench; encroach.
- This impinges on my rights as an individual
- This matter entrenches on other domains
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adjective satellite gradually intrusive without right or permission
invasive; trespassing.
- we moved back from the encroaching tide
- invasive tourists
- trespassing hunters