overtaken

Example Sentences

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The gains have propelled it to the eighth largest in the world by market capitalization, having just overtaken the U.K., according to Bloomberg calculations.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

For a moment, it seemed like streaming had finally overtaken television.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

State salaries — often the equivalent of $15 to $30 a month — have been completely overtaken by soaring food prices driven by scarcity and inflation.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

He then led after the third round at last week's Texas Open, but was overtaken by JJ Spaun to finish as runner-up.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

I could have overtaken him if we’d had to run much farther.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison