- present participle of overcome.
overcoming
Example Sentences
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The challenge highlights the difficulty governments face in overcoming economic vulnerabilities that emerge in a deeply intertwined world.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Mexican midfielder Edson Álvarez is heading to his third World Cup after overcoming an injury and criticism.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
After overcoming each temptation, he goes to Galilee to proclaim God’s word.
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026
By combining highly efficient light capture with a sensitive quantum detection mechanism, the work marks a significant step toward overcoming long-standing challenges in terahertz technology.
From Science Daily • May 31, 2026
Momma said we had to fight the evil inside us by overcoming it with goodness.
From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson
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