obtrusion

noun

Definition of obtrusionnext
1
as in intrusion

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2
as in swelling

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  1. intrusion
  2. swelling
  3. infringement
  4. dilatation
  5. violation
  6. puff
  7. transgression
  8. knob
Noun
  • The tenures of the two subsequent chief baseball executives, Billy Eppler and Minasian, were marred by Moreno’s intrusions, sources said.
    — Andy McCullough, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Since these ships will operate in the North Atlantic, high-seas hijacking is extremely unlikely, and physical intrusion into a reactor vessel in port presents immediate hazards to an intruder.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of intrusion
Noun
  • Strong dosages of antimicrobial drugs and aggressive management of brain swelling can help treat someone who has become infected.
    — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Her symptoms included vaginal bleeding, high blood pressure, leg swelling and back pain.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of swelling
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  • Some studios including Disney have sued AI companies over copyright infringement in cases that are ongoing.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • In failing to appreciate as much, the Court misconceives the plaintiff's injury, allowing the Executive’s likely infringement of the Legislature’s power of the purse and authority to regulate federal property in the District of Columbia to continue.
    — Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of infringement
Noun
  • 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
Noun
  • Under Arkansas law, anyone selling alcohol on a Sunday without a permit can be found guilty of a violation fined up to $250.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Both men were denied parole last year, in part because of their use of contraband cellphones and other violations of prison rules.
    — James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of violation
Noun
  • Keep scrolling for more under-$40 sweater scores, including a cropped cardigan, a front-tie design, and a puff-sleeve style that’s perfect for the office.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Ever since Bram Stoker popularized Count Dracula as a gothic figure of fantasy, the word vampire has been synonymous with undead bloodsuckers who vanish in a puff of smoke in the morning light (if not dazzle a little in the sunshine).
    — Mike McRae August 25, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of puff
Noun
  • But for those who find (and in some cases may be slightly mystified as to why) that there is a nagging, needling value to Schrader’s ongoing project of tussling with grandiose dilemmas of transgression and deliverance, there is some new news here.
    — Jessica Kiang, Variety, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Any transgression of new standards of speech and behavior could put someone at risk of social banishment, in the truly despotic shape of cancellation.
    — Charles Finch, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of transgression
Noun
  • Use a drill or screwdriver to remove the existing handles or knobs, then attach a new set.
    — Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Clean the Hardware Before cleaning the handles, knobs, or drawer pulls, consider the hardware material.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of knob
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“Obtrusion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtrusion. Accessed 9 Sep. 2026.

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