1
as in to defeat
to achieve a victory over
the baseball team finally overcame their opponents in the 13th inning
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as in to overwhelm
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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as in uncovered
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Recent Examples of overcome
Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 21 June 2025
Yet, despite these challenges, Will Trent manages to overcome the odds and build a life for himself as a gifted agent in the Georgia Bureau of Investigations, relying on his keen observational skills and unique ability to solve the most complex cases when no one else can.
—Veronica Villafañe, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
Both were unopposed for their party’s nominations and were able to focus on the fall general election without having to overcome a challenge in this week’s primaries.
—Olivia Diaz, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2025
During SpaceX's most recent Starship test flight last month, the rocket completed the ascent phase of the mission as planned, seemingly overcoming the problems that plagued the prior two launches.
—ArsTechnica, 19 June 2025
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Adjective
Sean Behrens has to overcome a major knee injury and his size as a defense-first guy, but the 2021 second-round pick can still be an NHL regular.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 21 June 2025
Yet, despite these challenges, Will Trent manages to overcome the odds and build a life for himself as a gifted agent in the Georgia Bureau of Investigations, relying on his keen observational skills and unique ability to solve the most complex cases when no one else can.
—Veronica Villafañe, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
Both were unopposed for their party’s nominations and were able to focus on the fall general election without having to overcome a challenge in this week’s primaries.
—Olivia Diaz, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2025
During SpaceX's most recent Starship test flight last month, the rocket completed the ascent phase of the mission as planned, seemingly overcoming the problems that plagued the prior two launches.
—ArsTechnica, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overcome
Verb
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This article gives her plenty of credit for defeating Sabalenka.—
James Hansen,
New York Times,
21 June 2025
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Leon made the team, and Canada went on to defeat Sweden in penalty kicks for the country’s first-ever Olympic gold medal in women’s soccer.—
Fernando Ramirez,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 June 2025
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The number of wild burros roaming pine forests and sagebrush fields has grown in recent years, with experts worried that the miniature beasts of burden could overwhelm rare and endangered species of plants.—
Annie Goodykoontz,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2025
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In recent weeks, Russia has been sending swarms of drones to overwhelm Ukrainian air defenses and then following up with ballistic missiles, which are harder to shoot down.—
Joanna Kakissis,
NPR,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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In return, taxpayers received a 90% conviction rate, over 2,600 investigations initiated, more than $1.2 billion in asset seizures, $1.7 billion in restitution, and $9 billion in uncovered fraud.—
Andrew Leahey,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Marlena called the state hotline instead, after seeing her infant nephew left playing alone with a cup of water and an uncovered outlet.—
Jayme Fraser,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Something Beautiful Wins on Vinyl Something Beautiful does manage to conquer the Vinyl Albums chart, earning Cyrus her third winner on that format-specific list.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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In an improbable turn of events on the back nine on Sunday, JJ Spaun conquered Oakmont to win the U.S. Open by two shots over Robert MacIntyre.—
Troy Finnegan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 June 2025
Verb
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While everyone gives the duo a standing ovation, Zoe and company are devastated, knowing the truth.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
20 June 2025
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In 1856, Costa Ricans defeat Walker, but cholera devastates the land.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
19 June 2025
Verb
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At the same time, niche and local players who master efficiency and identity—like Dragonfly and Goodlyfe—can still carve out major wins.—
Javier Hasse,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Stylish outfit equations have never been easier to master.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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By turning passive browsing into real-time engagement, selling via livestream gives brands a direct line to their audience, combining product education with urgency, authenticity and social proof.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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The 33-year-old has supported taxing the ultra-wealthy, financial transactions and passive income like dividends.—
Yun Li,Alex Harring,
CNBC,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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Download apps only from the Google Play Store: Avoid third-party stores, which are more likely to host unsafe apps.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2025
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Abigail Jackson, a White House spokeswoman, said violent protesters in Los Angeles had created an unsafe environment for local businesses.—
Tim Reid,
Christian Science Monitor,
17 June 2025
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“Overcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overcome. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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