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overcome

[oh-ver-kuhm] / ˌoʊ vərˈkʌm /




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But according to Feldman, Cerebras has overcome this limitation using new software.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

In any case even if Burnham wins the nomination to stand he would have to overcome a challenging hurdle in a seat where despite his having local links Reform UK have high hopes of winning.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Bolton set up their place in that final by beating Bradford over two legs, but they have not overcome Stockport this season.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

He ran for president in 1940, endowed an eponymous college and launched a foundation to overcome gravity.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

But this is a minor point that is easily overcome.

From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife




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