defaults (on)

Definition of defaults (on)next
present tense third-person singular of default (on)

Example Sentences

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Verb
  • That information will be sent off every time the satellite passes over Cincinnati.
    Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Doubs is seven years younger, should be a little cheaper and is already well-versed in the Shanahan offense, especially catching passes over the crowded middle.
    Matt Barrows, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Most critically, the report measures income and largely ignores wealth, debt, and geographic reality.
    Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 12 Apr. 2026
  • Any claim that the District has remained unresponsive or uncooperative is patently false and ignores months of direct consultation.
    Megan De Mar, CBS News, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The court’s framing of free speech also neglects the real-world evidence.
    A.J. Russo, Baltimore Sun, 13 Apr. 2026
  • Above, Akerman neglects to mention another theft from around this time.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Hanson’s home is a quick golf-ride to the clubhouse and overlooks the driving range, as well as the first hole.
    David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
  • But Wiener—and, indeed, self-preferencing’s opponents in general—overlooks basic facts of the digital economy and, to justify his sweeping regulatory proposals, attaches ominous labels to ordinary conduct.
    David B Mcgarry, Oc Register, 9 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Today, a president disregards assessments that proved to be right, and the predictable comes to pass.
    Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2026
  • In the letter, Wicker said the facility would not generate economic return, would place significant strain on local resources and disregards the concerns of the community.
    Jack Armstrong, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Feb. 2026
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“Defaults (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/defaults%20%28on%29. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.

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