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overcome

[oh-ver-kuhm] / ˌoʊ vərˈkʌm /




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The aerospace sector has been on high alert for potential quality issues after Boeing’s yearslong battle to overcome a run of production challenges.

From The Wall Street Journal

On Monday, President Prabowo Subianto - who was visiting some of the flood affected areas in North Sumatra - acknowledged some roads were still cut off, but added "we're doing everything we can to overcome difficulties".

From BBC

That has helped overcome lingering worries about an AI-fuelled tech bubble that some observers warn could pop and lead to a painful correction.

From Barron's

Chelsea must also overcome an increasingly poor record against Arsenal on Sunday, with just one win in their past 11 Premier League meetings.

From BBC

A team of overachievers filled with a roster of best friends combined chemistry, determination and toughness to overcome all odds.

From Los Angeles Times