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Recent Examples of loophole
That's because the double consolidation loophole, which allows a parent with more than one loan to consolidate them twice, is likely disappearing next year.
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
Even if China does need to update its code, an authoritarian state should have no problem making those adjustments, including by closing the substantial loopholes related to pill presses (the industrial tools used for fentanyl manufacturing, which remain severely underregulated).
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Foreign Affairs, 12 Dec. 2024
Here's a guide to know what is and isn't legal
Patrick now argues retailers used a loophole to sell dangerous products to adults and children alike.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Dec. 2024
Last October, the Commerce Ministry reduced the types of semiconductors that American companies can sell to China, citing the desire to close loopholes in regulations announced in 2022.
—Sean Lyngaas, CNN, 2 Dec. 2024
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
Even if China does need to update its code, an authoritarian state should have no problem making those adjustments, including by closing the substantial loopholes related to pill presses (the industrial tools used for fentanyl manufacturing, which remain severely underregulated).
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Foreign Affairs, 12 Dec. 2024
Here's a guide to know what is and isn't legal
Patrick now argues retailers used a loophole to sell dangerous products to adults and children alike.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Dec. 2024
Last October, the Commerce Ministry reduced the types of semiconductors that American companies can sell to China, citing the desire to close loopholes in regulations announced in 2022.
—Sean Lyngaas, CNN, 2 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for loophole
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The gadget even converts into a handheld vacuum to snatch messes off of couch cushions, windowsills, car seats, and more with the help of its two-in-one dust brush and crevice tool attachment.Clara McMahon, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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Research has shown the crows even know how to use tools like sticks to bring food out of crevices.Alexa Robles-Gil, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Dec. 2024
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But privacy experts caution that there is little transparency about the technologies being deployed, and their proliferation could lead to data breaches and greater levels of surveillance.Matt Burgess, WIRED, 27 Dec. 2024
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In most breach cases, a threat actor broke in through a SaaS provider environment that wasn’t protected with MFA.Ofer Klein, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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News of her Barstool exit came less than a week after LaPaglia shared her side of the story regarding their friendship amid rumors of a rift between the pair on the BFFs podcast.Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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Costner — who announced from the show in June, amid long-standing rumors of a rift between him and Yellowstone creator Sheridan — did not appear in the episode where his character was killed off, nor the series finale.Michelle McGahan, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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Using a paring knife, make a slit (or push open the existing slit) down the length of each date and carefully pry open the sides without tearing the date.Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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The third photo showed Hudson and Belichick on the carpet with the former sports coach wearing a classic black tux while Hudson rocked a black off-the-shoulder gown with high slit.Raven Brunner, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Additional hazards include lightweight volcanic glass fragments that can fall downwind of the fissure vents, potentially causing skin and eye irritation within a few hundred meters of the vents.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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The spirit of national unity on display in 2022, when so many citizens took part in their country’s defense, is being tested as fissures widen between those fighting the war and the rest of society.Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 18 Dec. 2024
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Jean’s NoHo restaurant slash club Jean’s, located next door to the Public Theater, began hosting private events well before its public opening in fall 2023, but has really found its stride in 2024.Kristen Tauer, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
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Even Bobby Portis is keeping his eyes up, passing up his usual mid-range looks in favor of hitting cutters like Taurean Prince on backdoor slashes.Brian Sampson, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
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Everything in Paris was always going to be viewed through the keyhole of sadness left lingering from Tokyo.Brendan Quinn, The Athletic, 11 Aug. 2024
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Her dress donned a high slit that rested just below her waistline, a keyhole cutout and an off-the-shoulder neckline.Angel Saunders, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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Lopez also canceled her summer tour in May amid the split.Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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The network is anticipating a ratings uptick once the new administration is up and running, but the situation is fluid: There is the uncertainty about how the split from the mothership will play out, what with NBC News providing content and correspondents.Dominic Patten, Deadline, 18 Dec. 2024
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“Loophole.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loophole. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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