as in to catch
to move fast enough to get even with
in the final moments of the race, the horse in the rear sped forward at a furious pace and overhauled the horse that had been leading
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Recent Examples of overhaul
Carson Swick, Baltimore Sun, 19 Apr. 2025
In 2018, the Philippine government closed Boracay to visitors for six months in order to overhaul its infrastructure and reshape its tourism model.
—Livia Hengel, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Singapore Airlines is overhauling its lounges in Changi Airport's Terminal 2.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2025
The local hockey team made every move this season to win a Stanley Cup, from junking its goalies to shipping out a star to overhauling the entire middle of the ice.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2025
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The consent decree required Baltimore police to overhaul its transportation policies, including implementing extensive training and upgrading its vehicle equipment maintenance.
—Carson Swick, Baltimore Sun, 19 Apr. 2025
In 2018, the Philippine government closed Boracay to visitors for six months in order to overhaul its infrastructure and reshape its tourism model.
—Livia Hengel, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Singapore Airlines is overhauling its lounges in Changi Airport's Terminal 2.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2025
The local hockey team made every move this season to win a Stanley Cup, from junking its goalies to shipping out a star to overhauling the entire middle of the ice.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overhaul
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The alleged thieves were caught and their trial began this week.—
Eleanor Beardsley,
NPR,
29 Apr. 2025
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When overtaking a freight train of 2 or 3 Class 8 big rigs hauling loads of green tomatoes through our California Central Valley, or getting around a similar raft of gravel trucks on the 210 freeway in Los Angeles.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Rival Wingstop and Raising Cane’s have overtaken KFC’s U.S. sales, pushing the Yum chain down to the fifth-largest domestic chicken chain, according to Circana’s 2025 ranking of U.S. restaurants by sales.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
30 Apr. 2025
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The initial claims data, although highly volatile and subject to revision, has risen in importance as a potential indicator for how Trump’s sweeping actions — including mass layoffs of federal government workers — are filtering through the economy.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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Additionally, the company's better-than-anticipated first-quarter results and positive revision of its financial guidance are likely to enhance investor confidence.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Unlike many fashion brands that chase seasonal trends, Freja New York releases individual styles for each season, perfecting them through customer feedback.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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The manager has now taken him off with his team chasing a goal in six games this season.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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If reaching a safe shelter is not possible, either crouch down in your car and cover your head, or leave your vehicle and seek refuge in a low-lying area like a ditch or ravine.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
29 Apr. 2025
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As nations scramble to reach deals with the White House over the tariffs Mr. Trump imposed, the president boasted that leaders from around the world are traveling to meet with him.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The New York Times, have pursued legal action over unauthorized use of their content.[^4] For most businesses, especially small and mid-sized companies, appearing in AI answers represents valuable free exposure and brand recognition.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Gene Hackman pursued anonymity and a private artist life in Santa Fe.—
Caren Bohan,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Jelly Roll, whose name is Jason DeFord, wants to be able to perform internationally and continue to share about his reformation journey.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
23 Apr. 2025
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In 2007, New Order would split, though Hook would not return for their 2011 reformation, instead choosing to continue with his new band Peter Hook & The Light.—
Tyler Jenke,
Billboard,
18 Apr. 2025
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Unlike last week’s methodical dismantling of San Diego, Charlotte immediately established its superiority with aggressive attacking play and lightning-quick transitions that had served it well during its unbeaten home start.—
Colin Cerniglia,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Apr. 2025
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These programs show that companies are beginning to understand that supporting career opportunities sometimes means helping employees stay financially stable through housing transitions.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Overhaul.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overhaul. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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