loophole

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Recent Examples of loophole For a few years, a loophole in compounding rules had allowed specialty pharmacies to make and market these peptides. Paul Knoepfler, STAT, 29 Apr. 2026 Pritzker and his fellow Democrats need to amend CEJA quickly to close the loophole allowing electricity generated here to benefit people and businesses elsewhere. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026 What is the ‘Blue Ridge loophole’? Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026 This was aimed at closing a current loophole that some athletes are exploiting in order to be eligible for the state playoffs. Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for loophole
Recent Examples of Synonyms for loophole
Noun
  • The crevice attachment’s usefulness isn’t limited to just appliances.
    Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
  • There’s talent in every crevice of that room.
    Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 26 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • That could provoke an outcry from nationalist circles, who would likely view such as move as a breach of sovereignty.
    Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
  • The Tesla boss alleges that OpenAI is in breach of its mission.
    Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Reps for Harry and Meghan have denied there is any rift, but the questions remain.
    StyleCaster Editors, StyleCaster, 3 May 2026
  • The arrests have exposed a rift in the Iranian American community, which has grown increasingly polarized in recent years, leading to online smear campaigns and at times violence.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Noun
  • Channel boho vibes in this maxi dress, designed with cap sleeves, a round neckline, slit hem, and — the best part — two side pockets.
    Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
  • The only telltale signs of the electronics hidden in the temples are a single power button, a four-contact connector, pinhole microphones, and thin speaker grille slits.
    Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Eyes on the primary runoff The Democratic race doesn't feature notable policy splits along the lines of the progressive-moderate fissures that have opened around the country.
    CBS News, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
  • The ledges are broken by crevices and fissures, and loose rocks of all sizes lie on them and below them.
    Dr. C. E. Kuschel, Outdoor Life, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The game features a groundbreaking combat system that’s less hack-and-slash, more ultraviolent chess as Jin Sakai fights for the titular island.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Beyond the stylish exterior, it’s packed with practical safety details, including a locking zipper compartment, slash-resistant construction, and an additional zippered interior pocket to keep valuables tucked away.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • She was referred to a hospital in London for keyhole surgery to fix the hole, but none of the three attempts were successful.
    Adam England, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
  • Warsh’s statement is also a keyhole into how his friends and mentors have helped shape his career.
    Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The Oscar-winning actor and her former husband of 19 years, country musician Keith Urban, finalized their split, including the division of their many homes, in January 2026.
    Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 2 May 2026
  • Leaders who recognize the split will capture near-term wins while building the governance required for the bigger prize.
    Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 2 May 2026

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“Loophole.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loophole. Accessed 8 May. 2026.

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