The phrase "potential loopholes" refers to possible gaps or weaknesses in a rule, law, or system that could be exploited to gain an advantage or avoid consequences. Full definition
Review of patient history and age at initial preventive dose will also illustrate potential loopholes in prevention protocols. (heartwormsociety.org)
B. Have students identify potential loopholes or problems which may arise and how they should respond. (state.ky.us)
I sent their article to Jake Schmidt and David Doniger of the Natural Resources Defense Council, both of whom said the legislation under consideration by the Senate dealt with potential loopholes they described (including credit systems for forests and some refrigerants). (dotearth.blogs.nytimes.com)