English / proverb
Every Law Has Its Loophole
MEANING IN ENGLISH
There is always an ambiguity or escape clause in every rule that allows people to evade it
In context
01
Although food hygiene rules banned outdoor seating, the cafe owner proved every law has its loophole by using removable awnings.
02
Restaurant chains always find smart accountants because every tax law has its loophole.
Synonyms
rules can be bypassed,laws have ambiguities,escape clauses exist
Antonyms
airtight rule,watertight regulation,strict mandate
Collocations
prove every law has its loophole,exploit a loophole,find the loophole