flouting

Example Sentences

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They said the focus likely will be on companies hyping AI businesses without having actual technology advantages, using overseas operations to skirt domestic regulations, or flouting Beijing’s orders against price wars.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

A woman suspected of stalking rock star Yungblud is being sought by police after she was accused of flouting a ban on attending his concerts.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Several commissioners said they were troubled by the continued instances of officers flouting the department’s rules on the use of body cameras, and asked for a report back about whether the problem is more widespread.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Powerful nations are flouting international law, and somebody ought to stop them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

They indicated either an ignorance or a flouting of the niceties.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck