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Infringe (Verb)

Advance beyond the usual limit.

Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.

The new policy would infringe on the individual's right to privacy by monitoring their online activities.
The recent development project was forced to stop after allegations arose that it would infringe on protected wildlife habitats.
Her presence in the restricted area was seen as an attempt to infringe on the government's classified information.
The environmental groups argued that the construction of the new high-rise would infringe on the local residents' quality of life.
The court's decision was challenged for potentially infringing on the artist's freedom of expression by censoring their work.

Go against, as of rules and laws; "He ran afoul of the law"; "This behavior conflicts with our rules".

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

The new policy does not infringe on employees' right to freedom of speech, as long as they avoid discussing company secrets.
The company's actions were shut down after it was determined they would infringe on the rights of indigenous peoples.
The photograph unfortunately infringes on the privacy of a bystander who insists is recognizable.
The protest did not infringe the laws of the city, as it followed the pre-approved route and had the required permits.
She asked her employee to stop the game, afraid that the children playing near her business could infringe local noise regulations.