circumvent
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Beijing’s move to choke off the supply spurred companies to develop new products that could potentially circumvent Chinese sources.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
The House was able to force a vote on the measure Thursday after Republican supporters of the bill joined Democrats in signing a discharge petition that essentially allows a majority to circumvent leadership.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
With the Iran war now well into its third month, countries are scrambling to circumvent the geopolitical tug of war by transitioning more quickly to renewables.
From Salon • May 16, 2026
Saudi Arabia has been able to circumvent the Strait of Hormuz with shipments from the Red Sea, but none of those barrels are headed to the West Coast.
From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026
John, Cindy, and Mark had left the main road and managed to circumvent the first roadblock.
From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith
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