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to transgress
01
to knowingly violate regulations or agreements
Examples
The daring graffiti artist decided to transgress city ordinances by spray-painting an elaborate mural on the public building.
Despite the explicit terms of their contract, he chose to transgress and disclose confidential information to a competitor.
02
to explore new things in thoughts, actions, or places, going beyond what is known or expected
Examples
James, driven by a desire to transgress the limits of ordinary travel, explored remote destinations, going beyond touristy spots and discovering hidden gems.
The students eagerly transgressed the limits of their textbooks, exploring real-world applications and going beyond what was traditionally taught in the classroom
03
commit a sin; violate a law of God or a moral law
04
spread over land, especially along a subsiding shoreline
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