OBTRUSION Synonyms: 98 Similar and Opposite Words

obtrusion

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Definition of obtrusion

as in intrusion

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as in swelling

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Noun

That made the steel reinforcement more vulnerable to water intrusion and corrosion beneath a kitchen where water was regularly present.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
JadePuffer, a ransomware style operation, used an AI agent to carry out much of an intrusion chain, from reconnaissance and credential work to lateral movement, database encryption and even ransom note generation.

— Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of intrusion

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For lipedema, Power Plate points to research suggesting whole-body vibration boosts lymphatic flow, which may liquefy and drain stubborn lymph fluid, relieve swelling and ease chronic pain.

— Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026
In rare cases, large amounts can cause throat swelling and difficulty breathing.

— Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026

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Suno is currently being sued for copyright infringement by Sony and Universal Music Group (former plaintiff Warner Records dropped out of the lawsuit to sign an official partnership with the company).

— Alex Suskind, Pitchfork, 15 July 2026
Lilly sued Teva in 2016 for patent infringement, but the companies settled in 2018 with a deal that allowed Teva to launch its generic in 2019, just before the relevant Lilly patents expired.

— Ed Silverman, STAT, 14 July 2026

Definition of infringement

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Bloat or gastric dilatation-volvulus most commonly affects a few large breeds with deep chests and German Shepherds are among those most affected.

— Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 21 Sep. 2025
These cells cause vascular dilatation, resulting in crimson skin tone that is associated with niacin usage.

— Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 Oct. 2022

Definition of dilatation

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On June 27, 2026, at Trinity Pride Fest in Fort Worth, Texas, street preachers Richard Penkoski and David Grisham were subjected to multiple violations of their First Amendment rights while attempting to preach on public property.

— Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
However, Pregen said city inspectors later signed an affidavit of compliance certifying Martinez had corrected the violations roughly two months ago.

— Larry Seward, CBS News, 14 July 2026

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Establishment Democrats, too, are taking a victory lap, marrying Platner’s anti-establishment ethos with his personal transgressions.

— Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 15 July 2026
Just as bright, witty, and debauched as their namesake, this unique protagonist is on a path of self-discovery, gaining insight into not just their gender identity, but also their preternatural attraction to transgression and risk.

— Judy Berman, Time, 8 July 2026

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Featuring a classic gold-tone knob and black handle, Le Creuset’s elevated tea kettle is now under $75 in the retiring olive color.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2026
In another edge over many EVs, analog switches manage some key controls, including a volume knob.

— Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 15 July 2026

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