to encroach on
[phrase form: encroach]
01
逐渐侵占, 超出既定界限
to gradually invade a particular area, exceeding established boundaries
例子
The expanding shopping mall started to encroach on the peaceful park, reducing the green space available to the community.
不断扩大的购物中心开始侵占宁静的公园，减少了社区可用的绿地。
The neighbor 's fence encroached on our backyard, leaving us with less room for gardening.
邻居的篱笆侵占了我们的后院，给我们留下了更少的园艺空间。
02
侵犯, 侵害
to ignore or violate the entitled freedoms or privileges of individuals or groups
例子
The new surveillance laws were criticized for encroaching on citizens' right to privacy.
新的监控法律因侵犯公民隐私权而受到批评。
The controversial policy seemed to encroach upon freedom of speech, leading to public protests.
有争议的政策似乎侵犯了言论自由，引发了公众抗议。
