verb · C1

Impinge

im-PINJ/ɪmˈpɪndʒ/

To impinge is to have an effect, usually unwelcome (impinge on / upon): impinge on independence, noise that impinges. Encroach is the close twin; lifestyle copy is not a reason to breach an embargo.

Meaning

To have an effect, usually unwelcome (impinge on / upon).

Examples

“Lifestyle copy must not impinge on an empty n.”
“Do not let lifestyle copy impinge on the embargo clock.”
“Encroach is the close twin. Affect is everyday and milder. Copy is branding. A timestamp is the rule. Wait for the lift; then run the lifestyle page.”

Good to know

Have an (often unwelcome) effect on. Close: encroach. Lifestyle copy ≠ a lifted embargo.

Near in meaning

encroach, infringe

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