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overwhelming

[oh-ver-hwel-ming, -wel-] / ˌoʊ vərˈʰwɛl mɪŋ, -ˈwɛl- /


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And the survey found overwhelming support for deeper EU cooperation on defence and security, with 81 percent backing a common policy in the area -- the highest level in 20 years.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Setting benchmarks will break an overwhelming undertaking into actionable steps.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Younger sister Sam, 28, said the gift Georgie had given was "inspiring" but also "overwhelming" because the grief was so raw.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Spencer Pratt demonstrated unexpected success on the debate stage by leveraging his background in television and storytelling, using compelling anecdotes about public safety concerns rather than overwhelming viewers with dense policy statistics.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

As they entered the basement, the sound of the steam thundering into the suppression pool was overwhelming.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland




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