overshadow

verb

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over·shad·ow | \ ˌō-vər-ˈsha-(ˌ)dō

overshadowed; overshadowing; overshadows

Definition of overshadow

transitive verb

1 : to cast a shadow over

2 : to exceed in importance : outweigh

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Examples of overshadow in a Sentence

The pitcher's outstanding performance should not overshadow the achievements of the rest of the team. large trees overshadow the yard and darken the house for much of the day

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