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over-riding

adjective as in overriding

adjective as in ruling

adjective as in preponderant

noun as in suppression

verb as in lap

verb as in overrule

verb as in override

verb as in countermand

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Example Sentences

“At the time of her death her over-riding concern was for the safety of her beloved husband,” he said.

There is to be no over-riding of the free personality anywhere.

Then suddenly, at the very first word, his voice came strong and over-riding, filling the church.

I had much trouble in holding him sufficiently in check to prevent our horses from being killed with over riding.

Gentlemen, I may have to take upon myself the responsibility of over-riding your vote.

Then comes this here next upheaval over riding pants for ladies—or them that set themselves up to be such.

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On this page you'll find 771 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to over-riding, such as: main, paramount, predominant, prevailing, ultimate, and compelling.

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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