loophole

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Recent Examples of loophole Apple frequently releases security updates to fix vulnerabilities, so updating the software can shut down any loopholes the hacker might have used. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2025 Undaunted tax advisers proposed ways to resurrect the old loopholes, and skeptics criticized the whole effort for legitimizing an irredeemably flawed profit-shifting technique. Ryan Finley, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025 Both offers are direct and simple, meaning there won't be any complicated loopholes to deal with as you get started. Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 June 2025 That sounds a lot like the Insurrection Act getting ready to leap through the Posse Comitatus loophole. Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for loophole
Recent Examples of Synonyms for loophole
Noun
  • Make sure to vacuum all carpets and rugs, including hard-to-reach nooks by using your vacuum crevice tool.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 June 2025
  • Starting among the orange rocks, vaults, and spires of Arches National Park and passing through with the Colorado River–carved crevices of Canyonlands, this journey feels like a visit to Mars.
    Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 11 June 2025
Noun
  • Researchers have just confirmed what is also certainly the largest data breach ever, with an almost incredulous 16 billion login credentials, including passwords, exposed.
    Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
  • According to Security Boulevard and MSN, the pro-Israel hacker group Predatory Sparrow has claimed responsibility for the attacks, including the breach of Bank Sepah and the crypto platform Nobitex.
    Amanda Castro Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
Noun
  • The post comes amid an ongoing rift between the couple and the Beckham family.
    Angel Saunders, People.com, 24 June 2025
  • While there was not a situation like the one going on between the Cincinnati Bengals and their first-round pick, Shemar Stewart, some doubters believed Hunter not signing with the Jaguars yet could lead to a rift down the road ahead of training camp.
    Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2025
Noun
  • It’s thoughtfully designed, with a flattering side slit and patches in the armpit area to ensure modest coverage.
    Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 17 June 2025
  • Later that evening, Henson appeared in a sculptural brown gown with a dramatic shoulder detail and high slit.
    Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 4 June 2025
Noun
  • Walter talks about developing the character of his protagonist’s son-in-law, whose right-wing politics are one of the causes of the family’s fissure.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 12 June 2025
  • How that fissure affects DOGE is yet to be seen, but the White House has already requested $45 million in funding for the group’s operations next year, an Office of Management and Budget document shows.
    William Turton, ProPublica, 10 June 2025
Noun
  • The actor slash producer took the position in January and spent the last six months getting a better understanding of the industry structures in place at TIFF, both to continue to deliver programs that are already considered successful and to be able to tweak whatever wasn’t fully working.
    Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 13 June 2025
  • The right was determined to pare back government spending and slash programs.
    Time, Time, 12 June 2025
Noun
  • The dress has a high neckline, keyhole detailing, and a stylish tiered maxi skirt that gives it shape and structure.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 30 May 2025
  • The unique design with keyhole cuts makes for a striking swimsuit with multiple floral fabrics.
    Christopher Murray may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 23 May 2025
Noun
  • When the couple split, their assets and properties were divided per the agreement.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 23 June 2025
  • After a dramatic split from his onetime girlfriend and cofounder, Phil Shawe bought out her half of their translation firm in 2018.
    Phoebe Liu, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025

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“Loophole.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loophole. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

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