as in violations
a failure to uphold the requirements of law, duty, or obligation
any government action limiting freedom of speech is an infringement of the U.S. Constitution
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Recent Examples of infringements
The framework now chosen must address significant constitutional and European legal concerns and avoid serious infringements on entrepreneurial freedom of decision-making, program design and supply.
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 6 Feb. 2026
Similar laws in Louisiana, Arkansas and Ohio have also been struck down due to First Amendment infringements.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 15 Jan. 2026
The suit also alleges infringements of Kelly’s due process rights and the separation of powers, among other violations.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 12 Jan. 2026
McLaren saw drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri get disqualified after placing second and fourth in the Vegas Grand Prix because officials found both cars had technical infringements.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 24 Nov. 2025
Another concern about the rapidly developing technology has been possible infringements on IP.
—Mathew Scott, HollywoodReporter, 17 Nov. 2025
But despite the litany of overt infringements on congressional authority, legislators have done little to retake their traditional role in policymaking.
—Peter D. Feaver, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2025
Under copyright law, rights holders can sue and obtain statutory damages for infringements, regardless of the opt-out policy.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 9 Oct. 2025
In addition to the aforementioned pop stars, John Legend, Barbra Streisand, Janelle Monae, Bonnie Raitt, Finneas, Maggie Rogers and Patti LuPone have also joined the cause, which aims to call out and stand against infringements on free speech.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2025
Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 6 Feb. 2026
Similar laws in Louisiana, Arkansas and Ohio have also been struck down due to First Amendment infringements.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 15 Jan. 2026
The suit also alleges infringements of Kelly’s due process rights and the separation of powers, among other violations.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 12 Jan. 2026
McLaren saw drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri get disqualified after placing second and fourth in the Vegas Grand Prix because officials found both cars had technical infringements.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 24 Nov. 2025
Another concern about the rapidly developing technology has been possible infringements on IP.
—Mathew Scott, HollywoodReporter, 17 Nov. 2025
But despite the litany of overt infringements on congressional authority, legislators have done little to retake their traditional role in policymaking.
—Peter D. Feaver, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2025
Under copyright law, rights holders can sue and obtain statutory damages for infringements, regardless of the opt-out policy.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 9 Oct. 2025
In addition to the aforementioned pop stars, John Legend, Barbra Streisand, Janelle Monae, Bonnie Raitt, Finneas, Maggie Rogers and Patti LuPone have also joined the cause, which aims to call out and stand against infringements on free speech.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for infringements
violations
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The company conducts extensive background checks on drivers, including criminal history, driving violations and civil suits, Uber’s attorneys said.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2026
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In each case, Police Oversight determined through its review that officers had violated department general orders — including excessive force and conduct violations — but APD closed the cases administratively and provided no formal response to objections.—
Austin Sanders,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Infringements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/infringements. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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