1
as in defeats
to achieve a victory over
the baseball team finally overcame their opponents in the 13th inning
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as in overwhelms
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 overcomes
As the realization that nothing—or no one—will be enough overcomes the final bridge, a flurry of drums gallop in and the track explodes into fireworks as Rodrigo screams her guts out.
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Quinn Moreland, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026
The system also overcomes the volatile risks of gas storage entirely by chemically locking hydrogen into a solid metal hydride during both charging and discharging.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 15 May 2026
Leo consistently overcomes challenges such as low light, rapid movement, and split second moments to produce sharp, compelling images.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
After a sluggish start, Texas overcomes a 14-point deficit to tie the game before OU's Xzayvier Brown hits a 3-pointer to give his team the halftime lead.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 31 Jan. 2026
Jacen overcomes his fear and plays music for others.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 12 Jan. 2026
But even here, her sincerity overcomes her weakness for sentimental flourishes, including Amine Bouhafa’s treacly score.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
As for how Donnelly overcomes the challenges that come with performing on Broadway?
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 4 Jan. 2026
But Mobasseri infuses Vahid with decency that overcomes a thirst for revenge, and in the end, his fear is a startling reminder to not yield to oppression.
—Jenelle Riley, Variety, 2 Jan. 2026
Quinn Moreland, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026
The system also overcomes the volatile risks of gas storage entirely by chemically locking hydrogen into a solid metal hydride during both charging and discharging.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 15 May 2026
Leo consistently overcomes challenges such as low light, rapid movement, and split second moments to produce sharp, compelling images.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
After a sluggish start, Texas overcomes a 14-point deficit to tie the game before OU's Xzayvier Brown hits a 3-pointer to give his team the halftime lead.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 31 Jan. 2026
Jacen overcomes his fear and plays music for others.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 12 Jan. 2026
But even here, her sincerity overcomes her weakness for sentimental flourishes, including Amine Bouhafa’s treacly score.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
As for how Donnelly overcomes the challenges that come with performing on Broadway?
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 4 Jan. 2026
But Mobasseri infuses Vahid with decency that overcomes a thirst for revenge, and in the end, his fear is a startling reminder to not yield to oppression.
—Jenelle Riley, Variety, 2 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overcomes
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But when a brutish — and handsome — newcomer named Sir Tristam defeats Sir Palomides in a tournament, Princess Isode finds her plans thwarted.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Brown family Joni says the policy change defeats the purpose of getting the pass.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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Wild scenes unfold as social media teen meetup overwhelms popular beach.—
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FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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This high-corn composition lays the foundation for a sweet, approachable profile, while the modest rye content adds a measured spice that never overwhelms.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Drake Nearly Sweeps the Top 10 Drake nearly conquers the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, but once again, he is stopped from filling spaces one through 10.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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That doesn’t mean robbing Billy of his shot at prying open Homelander’s skull, but with only a symbolic solution to Trump’s authoritarian rise — love conquers all!—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
20 May 2026
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After an epidemic devastates humanity, one group, the Traveling Symphony, connects disparate survivors by performing Shakespeare.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
20 May 2026
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The fire devastates the area, burning down the couple's entire property.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Finally, Kim masters the steps and takes to the stage with confidence, as her family cheers her on!—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 May 2026
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Levy masters one hilarious perplexed comedic reaction after another as Nicky, a closeted pastor with a zany, highly dysfunctional family.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Qualls takes lead Qualls took the lead after Lindell dropped out, but Demuth, urging the use of paper ballots over the clickers, tried to appeal to Lindell voters.—
Jimmy Lovrien,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
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Cleaning windowsills is an easy, straightforward job that takes only a few minutes.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 May 2026
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Economic forum The attacks came as the St Petersburg International Economic Forum, or SPIEF, a major business event known as Russian President Vladimir Putin’s version of Davos, gets underway in the city on Wednesday.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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The real risk starts when a pan gets too hot, too damaged or used in the wrong way.—
Ryan Brennan
June 2,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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If Pereira beats Gane and becomes a three-division champion — something no one has done in UFC history — does that crown him the greatest of all time?—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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In a fragmented world, clarity beats noise.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
28 May 2026
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“Overcomes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overcomes. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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