loophole
Translation
loophole, escape clause, ambiguity
Examples
They found a loophole in the tax laws.
They found a loophole in the tax laws.
The contract has a clever loophole.
The contract has a clever loophole.
Grammar Patterns
a loophole in ((sth.)) an ambiguity or omission in (a law, contract, etc.) that allows someone to avoid a rule They found a loophole in the tax laws.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ambiguity, escape clause, way out
Etymology
From 'loop' (an opening) + 'hole'. Originally a narrow slit in a castle wall for archery.
Memory Tips
Imagine finding a small 'hole' in a 'loop' of rules to escape through.