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to encroach on
[phrase form: encroach]
01
envahir, empiéter sur
to gradually invade a particular area, exceeding established boundaries
02
empiéter sur, porter atteinte à
to ignore or violate the entitled freedoms or privileges of individuals or groups
encroach on
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Exemple
The neighbor's fence encroached on our backyard, leaving us with less room for gardening.
The expanding shopping mall started to encroach on the peaceful park, reducing the green space available to the community.
The company's aggressive marketing strategy was encroaching on the market share of its competitors.
The company's expansion plans gradually encroach on the outskirts of the town, prompting discussions about urban development.
The noisy neighbors are encroaching on our privacy by playing loud music late at night.
