overcome

Example Sentences

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How do you overcome the shift in identity?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

“Look, we’re playing the first major of the year, it’s the Masters,” he said, having overcome a slightly wobbly start to collect five birdies in his final 11 holes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

One man stood by the entrance of the Al-Qibli prayer hall, handing out paper tissues to worshippers overcome with emotion.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Maguire has overcome bigger battles than that as he tries to cement a place on the plane to the United States and feels he can make a positive impact.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

“Your writing shows promise. If you’re able to overcome the difficulties like the one you describe in your paper and you continue working as hard as you have, you’re going to succeed.”

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez