overtake

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But if it is to make a difference and enable drivers to at least get into a position to try an overtake, this is likely to be in combination with an offset in tyre degradation.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Cars have ended up tied together for several laps because the car behind passes the one in front with help from the overtake mode.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Since then, Meta’s advertising business has grown into a $200 billion a year juggernaut that is expected to overtake Google this year as the world’s largest digital-ads seller.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

One candidate could appear to be in the lead on election night and another could overtake them once all ballots are counted.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

He knew that news would spread and overtake him, making the daylight hours unsafe for traveling.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson