circumvent
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There have been massive crypto flows linked to Iran, which commentators have said are being used to circumvent sanctions.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
"The conduct by these individuals alleged in the indictment is a contravention of the company's policies and compliance controls, including efforts to circumvent applicable export control laws and regulations," the firm said.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
“The conduct by these individuals alleged in the indictment is a contravention of the company’s policies and compliance controls, including efforts to circumvent applicable export-control laws and regulations,” Super Micro said in a statement.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026
China invested heavily in Tehran, bought its oil, supplied technology, and helped Iran circumvent sanctions.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026
Woolf weighed a lot more than the imposts assigned to most of these horses, but somehow he was able to circumvent the rule requiring riders to be within five pounds of the assignment.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
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