overriding
Example Sentences
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It’s great because she’s not overriding another judge’s order.
From Slate • May 18, 2026
Callais decision to take effect immediately, a rare move overriding the standard rule that its decisions do not take full effect until 32 days after an opinion is finalized.
From Slate • May 7, 2026
In recent weeks he has added that energy security should also be taken into account, although not to the extent of overriding climate compatibility assessments.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
But the overriding public interest here is getting scarce spectrum into the hands of companies that can put it to good use.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
For the first hours in the cage, Zeitoun’s overriding goal was to be granted a phone call.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
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