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Inroad

The entrance of an enemy into a country with purposes of hostility; a sudden or desultory incursion or invasion; raid; encroachment.

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Encroachment 76% connected

The act of entering gradually or silently upon the rights or possessions of another; unlawful intrusion.

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Intrusion 76% connected

The act of intruding, or of forcing in; especially, the forcing (one's self) into a place without right or welcome; encroachment.

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Invasion 76% connected

The act of invading; the act of encroaching upon the rights or possessions of another; encroachment; trespass.

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Trespass 76% connected

To pass beyond a limit or boundary; hence, to depart; to go.

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Usurpation 76% connected

The act of usurping, or of seizing and enjoying; an authorized, arbitrary assumption and exercise of power, especially an infringing on the rights of…

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Violation 76% connected

The act of violating, treating with violence, or injuring; the state of being violated.

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