overrule

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In rare cases they can overrule the results of an assessment if they still have concerns about a player's performance in it or there was an error in administering it.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

They can also overrule parliament’s upper house if the two chambers clash on legislation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

Is there also a chance that justices could say they just don’t have authority to overrule the commander-in-chief on this?

From Slate • Jan. 16, 2026

"In recent years, the court has been reluctant to overrule presidential decisions of this magnitude," ING analysts said.

From Barron's • Nov. 5, 2025

Only once a year did the need to dispose of a mountain of wrapping paper and cardboard packaging overrule Desdemona’s objections to using our fireplace.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides