DEFAULTS (ON) Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

defaults (on)

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present tense third-person singular of default (on)

as in passes over

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The autonomous vehicle then passes over the colorful flames and sparks.

— Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 7 July 2026
For about half of this day, feelings are a bit uptight while the Moon passes over Saturn.

— Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 7 July 2026

Definition of passes over

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This ignores the obvious fact that the Constitution prohibits Congress from giving official status to any religion or from preventing someone from practicing the religion of their choice.

— Kenneth Seeskin, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
But blaming seed oils for the declining health of Americans ignores the broader context of America's dietary shift, according to Mozaffarian.

— Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 3 July 2026

Definition of ignores

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The city installs all these bike lanes but neglects to enforce rules and regulations on the users.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
Sam neglects the standards of his profession to protect women who Cady could hurt, especially someone like Sam’s virginal teen daughter, Dani.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 26 June 2026

Definition of neglects

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The generously appointed, all-suite hotel overlooks Manila Bay and connects guests to an expansive collection of dining, recreation, entertainment and shopping.

— Ching Dee, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
The cozy store, which overlooks Jardim de Parada, is recognized by the city’s Lojas com História program for historically significant shops.

— Adam Erace, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026

Definition of overlooks

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But attorneys for people seeking asylum say the law has long meant anyone arriving at a port of entry should be screened, and blocking arrivals disregards the nation’s ideals.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 June 2026
Bhattacharya said the test-negative design disregards data about people who were never hospitalized.

— Aria Bendix, NBC news, 23 June 2026

Definition of disregards

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