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as in defeated
to achieve a victory over
the baseball team finally overcame their opponents in the 13th inning
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as in overwhelmed
to subject to incapacitating emotional or mental stress
already under stress, she was overcome by news of a death in the family
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Recent Examples of overcame
The Trojans overcame a 9-8 third-quarter deficit to gain a repeat visit to the final.
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Glae Thien, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The Michael Jackson movie overcame poor reviews and production problems to achieve a record-breaking opening weekend at the box office.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
That marked the only time a team overcame a 3-0 deficit in the final.
—Patrick Damp, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
After the first three games in the first-round series went to overtime, Tampa Bay overcame a two-goal deficit to end it in regulation.
—ABC News, 26 Apr. 2026
As an assistant with Windsor in the Ontario Hockey League, Smith coached a team that overcame a 3-0 deficit and went on to win the league title.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Stephon Castle scored 33 points and Harper had a season high 27 to go with 10 rebounds as the Spurs overcame a 15-point deficit in the third quarter to regain home-court advantage.
—Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News, 25 Apr. 2026
Epstein said children more easily overcame fear because of their age.
—Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2026
The Flyers overcame youth and inconsistencies to become the last East team to clinch a berth.
—John Wawrow, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
Glae Thien, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The Michael Jackson movie overcame poor reviews and production problems to achieve a record-breaking opening weekend at the box office.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
That marked the only time a team overcame a 3-0 deficit in the final.
—Patrick Damp, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
After the first three games in the first-round series went to overtime, Tampa Bay overcame a two-goal deficit to end it in regulation.
—ABC News, 26 Apr. 2026
As an assistant with Windsor in the Ontario Hockey League, Smith coached a team that overcame a 3-0 deficit and went on to win the league title.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Stephon Castle scored 33 points and Harper had a season high 27 to go with 10 rebounds as the Spurs overcame a 15-point deficit in the third quarter to regain home-court advantage.
—Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News, 25 Apr. 2026
Epstein said children more easily overcame fear because of their age.
—Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2026
The Flyers overcame youth and inconsistencies to become the last East team to clinch a berth.
—John Wawrow, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overcame
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Atletico earned a spot in the final four courtesy of a quarter-final victory against Spanish rivals Barcelona, while Arsenal defeated Portuguese side Sporting CP.—
The Athletic Live Team,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Huarte defeated Woodbridge senior Brady Tallakson 7-6 (3), 6-1 in the CIF boys final at Libbey Park to capture the title one year after falling in the championship match.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
26 Apr. 2026
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Lauersdorf said in a text message he was overwhelmed by the community support from friends, neighbors and complete strangers.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Apr. 2026
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But the measure backfired when municipalities’ collection sites were overwhelmed, leading to stockpiles of unused textiles, and the government reversed part of the rule in October.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2026
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That is precisely the trick Audi has mastered.—
Chris Jackson,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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The pair have mastered the couples' pic while on their travels together.—
Diane J. Cho,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
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Two young Alabama siblings are dead following an early morning crash, leaving their mother devastated at the sudden loss.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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Celeste’s family was overwhelmed and devastated to hear details of the allegations against d4vd during his arraignment on Monday, their attorney, Patrick Steinfeld, told CNN.—
Andi Babineau,
CNN Money,
23 Apr. 2026
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With over 40 years of experience and a heritage rooted in the prestigious Valmont Clinic on the Swiss Riviera, the brand has conquered the world of skincare, combining advanced science, the purest natural ingredients from the Alps, and an unmistakable artistic sensibility.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Admittedly, the company conquered the market in large part by achieving a dramatic reduction in launch costs.—
Ben Tarnoff,
Big Think,
23 Apr. 2026
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The Spartans took a 1-0 lead in the first on a two-out single by Hannah Estrada.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
24 Apr. 2026
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General manager Joe Hortiz and Jim Harbaugh wisely took him.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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Freshman midfielder Quinn Fahey scored the lone goal for the Eagles (6-5-2, 3-2), who beat Andrew for the first time since 2021.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Led by starter Martín Pérez, the Braves started off another series with a victory by beating the Tigers 5-2 at Truist Park on Tuesday.—
Chad Bishop,
AJC.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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Luke Kornet got the Game 3 start against the Trail Blazers in Wembanyama’s absence, finishing with 14 points and 10 rebounds.—
Anne M. Peterson,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Onyemata was one of the free-agent signings the Jets got the most praise for — a rock-solid veteran defensive tackle who can help in both the run and pass game.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Overcame.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overcame. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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