bypass
noun
a road enabling motorists to avoid a city or other heavy traffic points or to drive around an obstruction.
is bypassing
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present progressiveof bypass (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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"Nvidia is bypassing the traditional PC supply chain to build an end-to-end hardware monopoly," said Stephen Wu, a former AI software engineer and founder of the Carthage Capital investment fund.
From Barron's ● Jun. 1, 2026
Another route to consider is bypassing the uninterested spouse and going instead to adult children or other trusted relatives.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 10, 2026
Paramount now is bypassing Warner’s board, management and bankers and appealing directly to shareholders in a hostile takeover.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 8, 2025
At Chicago State University, a group of students is bypassing practical tips on job hunting in favor of lessons on building significant wealth.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 15, 2025
Haley, the last major contender against Trump, is bypassing Nevada altogether and instead campaigning in her home state of South Carolina, which holds a Feb. 24 primary.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 24, 2024
