as in busy
thrusting oneself where one is not welcome or invited
a relentlessly intruding child who likes to interrupt adult conversations simply to get attention
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as in interrupting
to cause a disruption in a conversation or discussion
forgive me for intruding, but I think I know where that restaurant is
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as in interfering
to interest oneself in what is not one's concern
the story of a would-be matchmaker who intrudes into the lives of her friends
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intruding
Adjective
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Webster said the thought was to fill storefronts closest to the busiest World Cup activities, likely in and around downtown, or within a mile of the streetcar line.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2025 -
In a busy warehouse, for instance, human workers and multiple robots performing different tasks—often from different vendors—need a unified system that ensures smooth collaboration, avoiding collisions and idle time.—
Florian Pestoni,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
Verb
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The use of these methods allows updates and new feature integrations to run smoothly without interrupting current operations.—
Roshan Mahant,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Kentucky’s other glaring issue is interrupting the passing lanes.—
The Athletic,
The Athletic,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
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That approach works better, interfering less with the maestro’s performance(s), while sleight of hand allows the actor to appear opposite himself in a handful of scenes.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2025
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The complaint, if upheld by the board next month, could be forwarded to the Lake County Prosecutor’s office in reference to electioneering, interfering in the polls and interfering with an election officer.—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The blood test could reduce the need for intrusive diagnostics.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Alleging an intrusive shed, a protruding carport and sprinkler damage, a Meridian church has taken legal action against a longtime neighbor.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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There’s something officious about Alden Ehrenreich.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2023
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Her charming luxury treasure trove has none of that officious chilliness that defines the typical store of its ilk but instead feels like a brocanterie crammed with interesting, unexpected luxury goods from across the world.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
2 Jan. 2023
Verb
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On Wednesday, March 19, the couple filmed an Instagram Reel poking fun at their recent red carpet interview with Extra at the grand re-opening of Planet Hollywood in NYC on Tuesday, March 11.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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Roots Growing Out Drainage Holes Roots poking out of the drainage holes at the bottom of the pot is a sure sign your plant needs a bigger pot.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Mar. 2025
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“Intruding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intruding. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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