overriding
Example Sentences
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The only overriding lesson may be that there are no overriding lessons.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
“Beijing’s overriding objective is not to accomplish anything affirmative” during the summit this week, Czin said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 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
Vitek made it clear in an interview with BBC Sport last month his overriding priority is to play.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 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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