overbear

Example Sentences

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I know that it is easy to overbear a person’s mind if you continuously barrage them with questions and accuse them.

From New York Times • Nov. 25, 2011

But just because Karl Malden won't be brought to overbear on this doesn't mean Amex considers it unimportant.

From Time Magazine Archive

Many varieties are prone to overbear, and trees of large size have produced enormous crops of fruit, whereas young trees frequently break down under the weight of their crop.

From Fruits of Queensland by Benson, Albert H.

It is apt to overbear, break in pieces, and become almost worthless.

From The Apple by Various

Calm, cool, firm self-possession seemed to overbear all other feelings.

From Blue Lights Hot Work in the Soudan by Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael)