overpowering

Example Sentences

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No pitcher has been as overpowering as Garcia was under the lights.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

But, six months after sustaining a calf tear during that final, Kerr demonstrated his return to full fitness by overpowering world-class opposition as the complete line-up of Olympic 1500m medallists went head to head.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

Anything that adds ballast and soaks up the warm bits without overpowering them earns a spot here.

From Salon • Dec. 16, 2025

Words of brotherhood overpowering the sensations of a crushing defeat.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2025

I colored in his hair, drew on ears and lips, but the nose got special attention—it was giant, pendulous, overpowering.

From "Ugly" by Robert Hoge