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as in blurred
to make dark, dim, or indistinct
large trees overshadow the yard and darken the house for much of the day
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to be greater in importance than
later you'll find that verbal skills overshadow any skills you have at video games
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Recent Examples of overshadowed
Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
So, the overshadowed former play has only been rarely seen.
—Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 20 Apr. 2026
The arrests came during and shortly after his playing career and overshadowed portions of his legacy.
—Alex Valdes, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
Washington had long forfeited its campaign of aiding opposition forces that had become overshadowed by more radical elements.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2025
Meanwhile, the directors singled out shows like Aaron Sorkin’s Sports Night in 1999 (a year ahead of the Aaron Sorkin–Thomas Schlamme awards curve for The West Wing), the overshadowed–by–The Sopranos HBO drama Deadwood in 2004, and the cult hit Pushing Daisies in 2008.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 2 Aug. 2025
Kansas City Star, 1 May 2026
Sanford’s eight years as governor were overshadowed by the Appalachian Trail, which became shorthand for his disappearance to go to Argentina to see his lover.
—ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Our fraught national debate over immunization and public health has overshadowed some extremely encouraging advances being made by researchers in the decades-long battle against cancer.
—Chicago Tribune, Twin Cities, 30 Apr. 2026
What was supposed to be a celebration of heritage at Beverly Elementary School in Oakland County, Michigan, became overshadowed by antisemitism after an advocate said stickers featuring offensive language were discovered during a multicultural night on Tuesday.
—Alysia Burgio, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
This season has that same kind of feel because of a top-heavy batting lineup and pitching rotation that has overshadowed the struggles of several starters in the order and starting pitchers Ruger Riojas and Luke Harrison.
—Kirk Bohls, Houston Chronicle, 30 Apr. 2026
Although Duchossois’ acquisition of Arlington Park in 1983 and his ownership of the luxurious track overshadowed his achievements as a breeder, his beautiful Hill ‘N Dale Farm near Barrington was a model breeding farm, as impressive as any of those in Kentucky.
—Neil Milbert, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
In some circles, the scandal overshadowed the NFL Draft last week.
—Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
For a long time, the song was overshadowed by its more popular sisters.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
So the overshadowed former play has only been rarely seen.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
So, the overshadowed former play has only been rarely seen.
—Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 20 Apr. 2026
The arrests came during and shortly after his playing career and overshadowed portions of his legacy.
—Alex Valdes, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
Washington had long forfeited its campaign of aiding opposition forces that had become overshadowed by more radical elements.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2025
Meanwhile, the directors singled out shows like Aaron Sorkin’s Sports Night in 1999 (a year ahead of the Aaron Sorkin–Thomas Schlamme awards curve for The West Wing), the overshadowed–by–The Sopranos HBO drama Deadwood in 2004, and the cult hit Pushing Daisies in 2008.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 2 Aug. 2025
Verb
Especially if they’ve been overshadowed by other twists of birth and history.
—Kansas City Star, 1 May 2026
Sanford’s eight years as governor were overshadowed by the Appalachian Trail, which became shorthand for his disappearance to go to Argentina to see his lover.
—ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Our fraught national debate over immunization and public health has overshadowed some extremely encouraging advances being made by researchers in the decades-long battle against cancer.
—Chicago Tribune, Twin Cities, 30 Apr. 2026
What was supposed to be a celebration of heritage at Beverly Elementary School in Oakland County, Michigan, became overshadowed by antisemitism after an advocate said stickers featuring offensive language were discovered during a multicultural night on Tuesday.
—Alysia Burgio, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
This season has that same kind of feel because of a top-heavy batting lineup and pitching rotation that has overshadowed the struggles of several starters in the order and starting pitchers Ruger Riojas and Luke Harrison.
—Kirk Bohls, Houston Chronicle, 30 Apr. 2026
Although Duchossois’ acquisition of Arlington Park in 1983 and his ownership of the luxurious track overshadowed his achievements as a breeder, his beautiful Hill ‘N Dale Farm near Barrington was a model breeding farm, as impressive as any of those in Kentucky.
—Neil Milbert, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
In some circles, the scandal overshadowed the NFL Draft last week.
—Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
For a long time, the song was overshadowed by its more popular sisters.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overshadowed
Adjective
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But the specifics, the why behind each decision, the next move waiting around the corner – those remain deliberately obscured.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The interior worlds of these women remain obscured and their motivations go unexplored.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
19 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Fox Nation President Lauren Petterson said in the press release that Season 1 showed just how easily lines can be blurred between fiction and reality.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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Cody Rhodes destroys ‘outside forces’ in scathing promo Cody Rhodes’ promos in the midst of Pat McAfee’s insertion into his WrestleMania feud with Randy Orton blurred the line on what was real and what was kayfabe.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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By declaring his intent before hearing the evidence, Scott showed his fidelity to Trump outweighed his fidelity to the Constitution.—
Jim Paladino,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2026
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But the safety agency said the devices were important for patient care and that their benefits outweighed the risks of infection transmission.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In the darkened foyer, Ember contemplated this unassuming bit of paper, momentarily paralyzed by a mixture of dread and excitement stirred together, an overpowering sensation that oozed from the crown of her head, down the length of her body, then hardened, like a soft golden resin becoming solid.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 Apr. 2026
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As scientists often find darkened teeth in ancient burials, other factors can contribute to a black appearance, notably the chewing of betel leaves.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Dahl assumes that Jessica’s background as a New York Jew has clouded her sympathy for the innocent casualties of Israel’s 1982 invasion of Lebanon.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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Has the day perhaps clouded my judgment?—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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For many of us, stemmed crystal sparkled under the dimmed light of a breakfront while a collection of coffee mugs were stacked gingerly on top of each other in a shuttered cabinet.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The movie is available on YouTube, while the original documentary has been taken off HBO's streaming services until 2029 due to an obscure non-disparagement clause contained within a deal the premium cable service made with Jackson in 1992, as Reed told Variety.—
Tommy McArdle,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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Human ears couldn't possibly distinguish the names of obscure songs in one bar's music round.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The land, unfenced, abuts a bald blackened hillside that must be public land.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Aug. 2025
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In its time open, fueled by fans of its blackened mahi and buttery lobster rolls, owner Mike Smith has expanded his footprint, moving into a larger stall in the popular food hall — which has allowed for a menu expansion, as well.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
Orlando Sentinel,
6 Dec. 2022
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“Overshadowed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overshadowed. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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