circumvent
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/ˌsɜːrkəmˈvent/
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/ˌsɜːkəmˈvent/
to avoid something in a clever way, especially a rule or restriction
They tried to circumvent the rules so they wouldn't have to pay a fine.
他们试图绕过规则,以免支付罚款。
to go around or bypass obstacles or barriers
They had to circumvent the closed road to reach their destination.
他们不得不绕过封闭的道路才能到达目的地。