(of a promise made) Not honored
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Past tense for to defy, break or ignore the terms of a law, rule agreement, etc.
“In Venice, the religious have no political power and can be judged by a civil court if they infringe the laws of the Republic.”
Past tense for to undermine or compromise the integrity of something
“While that is bad, is that number high enough to infringe on the liberties of every single driver in the state?”
Past tense for to forcefully or illegally enter or encroach on the domain of others
“The railroad structure itself did not infringe on the property of the abutting owners.”
Past tense for to intrude, meddle, or trespass in others' affairs
Past tense for to confront through the use of military force
Past tense for to treat roughly or without care, respect, moderation, or control
Past tense for to take (the work or an idea of someone else) and pass it off as one's own
(of a promise made) Not honored
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