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[oh-ver-rahyd, oh-ver-rahyd] / ˌoʊ vərˈraɪd, ˈoʊ vərˌraɪd /


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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

A “manual override mode” for passing is criticized, but F1 and the FIA plan meetings to discuss rule tweaks.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

"I thank the deputies and senators for this very special birthday present," Flavio Bolsonaro, a Brazilian senator, posted on X regarding the veto override that coincided with his 45th birthday.

From BBC • 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

“Dojjiou know how to override the system manually?”

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray




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