- present participle of overcome.
overcoming
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Dirou said that the aim of the exercise was to prepare how the mission would be deployed, overcoming the various potential logistical and cultural issues between the different countries' militaries.
From Barron's ● Nov. 3, 2026
Bushby is well versed in overcoming physical barriers, such as a flat tyre.
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
For the first time, researchers have demonstrated that molecules attached to a surface can reach the ultimate quantum limit of optical coherence, overcoming a major obstacle that has long restricted molecular quantum research.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 20, 2026
It also helps students understand nonverbal communication, which is key for overcoming the “uncertainty” with real-life interaction that Mr. Kessler rightly flags.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026
“Did you think overcoming cowardice would be easy?” he says calmly.
From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth
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