overrule

Example Sentences

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They’ve also been intentional with how they leverage Luke Kennard, running actions that overrule his reluctance to shoot.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

The need to directly overrule the unit, they said, made it a roadblock — one that no longer exists.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

Reddit also employs admins who can overrule moderators and delete subreddits.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

They can also overrule parliament’s upper house if the two chambers clash on legislation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

The stewards wanted him to overrule his trainer.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand