override
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The solution was a power hack known as “manual override mode” that gives any car less than one second behind another the ability to trigger a temporary speed boost.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
What’s more, they said in legal filings, the county can’t override the solar standards established by the state.
From Salon • Apr. 27, 2026
Downing Street has said the decision to override the advice on Mandelson was taken by Foreign Office officials, with neither the prime minister or foreign secretary made aware at the time.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
Facing a $3 million deficit, South Hadley’s elected selectboard put both override questions on the ballot.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
In positive sentiment override, I say, ‘Sorry, go ahead.’
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
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