overran
Example Sentences
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The two pilots of an Amazon cargo plane that overran the runway while landing at Miami International Airport, striking a van and killing five people, have been released from hospital, officials said Tuesday.
From Barron's ● Sep. 8, 2026
We’ve issued a full ground stop at Miami International while first responders assess the scene after an Amazon cargo plane overran the runway.
From Salon ● Sep. 7, 2026
US broadcaster Fox US overran adverts, external during a hydration break in the opening match of the tournament between Mexico and South Africa.
From BBC ● Jun. 15, 2026
Since last year, when the RSF overran parts of Darfur and Kordofan, the militia has commandeered the gum trade, integrating it into its smuggling empire and further starving government coffers.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 31, 2026
When the Persians finally overran the Spartans, I looked over at Augustus again.
From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green
