- present participle of overcome.
overcoming
Example Sentences
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Not long ago, CEOs and other senior leaders typically got these one-off awards only occasionally, often as an incentive to retain favored executives or reward them for unexpected wins and overcoming tough challenges.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
District challenges: The primary challenge is overcoming low enrollment, which Bruno said stems from financial challenges facing students.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
"Everyone has the feeling that their technical capabilities are growing in terms of autonomy, in terms of overcoming electronic warfare systems, and in terms of the distance at which they can fire."
From Barron's ● Sep. 14, 2026
By overcoming their pre-tournament concerns, Sabalenka and Rybakina have underlined their position as the two standout players on the WTA Tour.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
Often it involves overcoming my fears—as it did in this case.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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