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as in vetoed
to make (something) no longer valid
Don't let the anticipatory anxiety override your excitement about starting grad school. Upper management reserves the right to override any decisions made by supervisors.
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Recent Examples of overridden
Kelly supports transgender rights, but GOP lawmakers have overridden her vetoes three of the last four years.
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John Hanna, Los Angeles Times, 22 Feb. 2026
In nearly every instance, the Council has overridden him, forcing the measures into law over his objection.
—Arkansas Online, 6 Jan. 2025
John Hanna, Los Angeles Times, 22 Feb. 2026
In nearly every instance, the Council has overridden him, forcing the measures into law over his objection.
—Arkansas Online, 6 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overridden
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Her bill directing the state Publicity and Parks Commission to develop a plan to create a Louisiana Purchase State Park passed but was vetoed by Rockefeller.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 June 2026
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Trump has vetoed just two measures so far in his second term.—
John Parkinson,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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The first slideshow featured photos from their arrival, including a mirror selfie of the 28-year-old in a teeny tiny pale pink string bikini holding a coconut stamped with the words Kylie Cosmetics.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
2 June 2026
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To start with, thin strips of bronze were stamped and milled to create a pattern that evokes the parallel grooves of a vinyl record.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
31 May 2026
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Meanwhile, claims for four players were denied or withdrawn, leaving 37 pending claims.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 June 2026
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Charlotte law firm Grier, Wright and Martinez has withdrawn as counsel for American Log Homes and Cabins after being overwhelmed by claims totaling millions of dollars against just $49,000 in assets.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
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The car crashed into a fence, then smashed into the house’s front porch and came to rest in a vertical position on the steps, according to authorities and video from the scene.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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But divining Gaudí's intentions has required detective work, because during the Spanish Civil War, anarchists protesting the Catholic Church set fire to parts of the structure, and smashed Gaudí's models into 8,000 pieces.—
Seth Doane,
CBS News,
7 June 2026
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Ahead of his arrival, MSG implemented an extensive security protocol for all guests and canceled a watch party outside of the arena.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
9 June 2026
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The district canceled the event after discussions with school administrators, the resource officer, and Clinton Township police.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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After hours of hearing arguing inside his bedroom early on May 26, another person who was inside the house in the 5300 block of Bonnell Avenue kicked open the locked door and found Maurice naked and unresponsive on the floor.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 June 2026
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Once the ball is kicked, the chaos and controversy outside the stadium tends to disappear.—
Will Leitch,
Washington Post,
4 June 2026
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Iran has also suspended flights at the Imam Khomeini International Airport until further notice, state media reported.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Multiple Israeli media outlets subsequently reported that the country's military had suspended attacks on Iran, but that operations against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon would continue.—
Khaled Wassef,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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Lasker ran over to find the woman's husband was stuck in the rubble and ended up helping rescue him.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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The Padres had faced four of the pitchers rated ahead of him and had scored a total of two runs over 32 innings in five games.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
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“Overridden.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overridden. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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