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encroaching Meaning
Wordnet
encroaching (s)
gradually intrusive without right or permission
Webster
encroaching (p. pr. & vb. n.)
of Encroach
encroaching Sentence Examples
- Climate change encroaches on the habitats of many coastal species, forcing them to adapt or perish.
- The encroaching shadows of the forest giants loomed over the small clearing.
- The creeping development of the city encroached upon the rural land, leaving little room for nature to thrive.
- The weeds encroached on the garden path, making it difficult to navigate.
- The ocean's tides encroached further inland, increasing the risk of flooding and erosion.
- The construction project encroached on the historic district, causing protests from preservationists.
- The rising sea levels encroached on the coastal towns, displacing residents and destroying infrastructure.
- The invasive species encroached on the native ecosystem, leading to a decline in biodiversity.
- The developer's plans encroached on the public park, sparking outrage among local residents.
- The gradual loss of biodiversity encroached on the natural balance, threatening the stability of the entire ecosystem.
FAQs About the word encroaching
gradually intrusive without right or permissionof Encroach
invading,creeping, inching, worming,snaking, sneaking, intrenching,impinging, entrenching, overrunning
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Climate change encroaches on the habitats of many coastal species, forcing them to adapt or perish.
The encroaching shadows of the forest giants loomed over the small clearing.
The creeping development of the city encroached upon the rural land, leaving little room for nature to thrive.
The weeds encroached on the garden path, making it difficult to navigate.
