surmounted

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The researchers have now surmounted this security vulnerability by leveraging terahertz waves to develop an antitampering ID tag that still offers the benefits of being tiny, cheap, and secure.

From Science Daily • Feb. 19, 2024

Troops surmounted dense Russian fortifications last week to retake the village of Robotyne.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 5, 2023

He was always the favourite to replace Mr Buhari - who he helped become president - and the hurdles he has surmounted to get here will make this an even sweeter win for him.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2023

“This inscription embodies our collective determination to ensure that this city, which has always surmounted global upheavals, is preserved from further destruction.”

From New York Times • Jan. 26, 2023

It was surmounted by a portrait of Napoleon, in profile, executed by Squealer in white paint.

From "Animal Farm: A Fairy Story" by George Orwell