INFRINGES (ON OR UPON) Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

infringes (on or upon)

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present tense third-person singular of infringe (on or upon)

as in violates

to fail to keep a law that was struck down by the court for infringing upon the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution

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Among them, Carter found that the request violates federal law precluding altering of election rules on the eve of an election.

— Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026
The lawsuit argues the change violates the Administrative Procedure Act because it was adopted without explanation and the First Amendment, which protects lawyers' ability to advise people of their legal rights and seek prospective clients.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 29 Oct. 2026

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Emmitt Smith breaks the NFL career rushing yardage record held by the late Walter Payton on an 11-yard run in the fourth quarter.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
Back at The Pynk, Uncle Clifford (Nicco Annan) dreams of expanding her empire while Roulette breaks the club’s cardinal rule to build hers.

— Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2026

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