as in to circumvent
to avoid having to comply with (something) especially through cleverness
are you sure there's no way to shortcut the entrance requirements?
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Recent Examples of shortcut
Derek Newton, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Educators are afraid of learners using AI systems to cheat on work or exams, or otherwise shortcut their learning experience.
—Ron Schmelzer, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
ArsTechnica, 2 June 2025
While not always true, number theorists realized that the (2p - 1) shortcut often produces primes and gives a systematic way to search for large primes.
—Jeremiah Bartz, The Conversation, 30 May 2025
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Verb
Raise that by the increasing possibility of being caught and disciplined for using AI to bypass or shortcut school assignments, and generative AI use among students will likely stagnate.
—Derek Newton, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Educators are afraid of learners using AI systems to cheat on work or exams, or otherwise shortcut their learning experience.
—Ron Schmelzer, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
Noun
That official noted that Trump's plan to pivot away from using self-assessments—where applicants can explain their relevant skills—removes a shortcut for HR workers who will now need to devote time to independently assess every candidate.
—ArsTechnica, 2 June 2025
While not always true, number theorists realized that the (2p - 1) shortcut often produces primes and gives a systematic way to search for large primes.
—Jeremiah Bartz, The Conversation, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shortcut
Verb
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Hidden in large container units with retractable roofs, the drones were designed to circumvent Russia’s sophisticated air defenses.—
Anna Mulrine Grobe,
Christian Science Monitor,
4 June 2025
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After an April report indicated that MSC’s founding Aponte family had considered separating the Panama ports from the deal altogether, the regulator publicly warned CK Hutchison against a split as a means to circumvent antitrust review.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
3 June 2025
Noun
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That’s down from 11 last year, as a result of two members turning 40, two dropping below our wealth cutoff and one under-40 newcomer.—
Sylvan Lebrun,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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Starting April 8, Delta shifted the cutoff time for travelers with bags to 45 minutes, matching United’s policy.—
Dennis Green,
AFAR Media,
2 June 2025
Verb
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As a result, even today, much of the funding aimed at solving Africa’s challenges bypasses African organizations entirely.—
Victoria Philips,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Aphids can give birth to nymphs, bypassing the egg stage.—
Markis Hill,
Kansas City Star,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Process mining is the statistically most popular routes (where there is tracking).—
Ian Gotts,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Every day at the start of practice, the wide receivers line up and run half-speed routes to get loose, while the quarterbacks throw high-arcing passes downfield.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2025
Verb
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Snow cowered in the back, avoiding eye contact when Kiersten tried reaching her hand out.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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But the majority of Tributary buyers prefer a turnkey home, avoiding the time and effort required to build a custom residence.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
6 June 2025
Noun
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But, the fastest ever pure-petrol road car at the first attempt is a pretty good result too.—
Trinity Francis,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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There are also four Nation Forest System roads that are impacted by the fire that need to be assessed for hazards.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2025
Verb
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Massey has evaded hundreds of authorities in a multistate manhunt.—
Holly Yan,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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The last few months have borne witness to AI systems learning to mislead, cheat, and try to evade shutdown—even resorting to blackmail.—
Harry Booth,
Time,
3 June 2025
Noun
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In one video, officers were seen throwing smoke bombs and flash bangs onto the street to get people to disperse, so the authorities could drive away in vans, SUVs and military-style vehicles.—
Greg Wehner , Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
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Like the old streets in so many cities, which were meant to bring out the history, turned out to be repetitions everywhere.—
Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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“Shortcut.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shortcut. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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