overcome
Example Sentences
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The new government formed by Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye in defiance of his powerful sacked prime minister can overcome potential efforts by his estranged ally to block its reforms, analysts say.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
The bottom line: You can overcome many mediocre stock picks by holding for the long term.
From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026
For over an hour, a harder, grittier version of the club seemed ready to overcome its history and lift this elusive trophy.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
He was the losing pitcher in a 1-0 game his sophomore year, had to overcome his injury and returned to peak form to deliver a pitching performance that will be remembered and admired for years.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
“When your ancestors traveled from the Third World, they had to overcome four obstacles before the trials of the Fourth World.”
From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young
Vocabulary lists containing overcome
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