overcoming
Example Sentences
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Joshua has always spoken about legacy, and there would be something fitting about walking away after overcoming one of the toughest periods of his life and producing a dramatic comeback victory.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
Iran “has seen what types of maneuvers are the most effective ones for overcoming missile defense,” Hinz said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026
They are the first nation to be men's and women's World Cup winners at the same time – La Roja overcoming England in the Women's World Cup final in Sydney in 2023.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
Aguilar, 43, had amassed a sizable following as an influencer on Instagram and YouTube, where he spoke of overcoming poverty and addiction before creating a chain of gyms called Self Made Training Facility.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 11, 2026
“Young women, this is what this mentorship program is about. We will have fun, yes. But we will also discuss some of the distractions and barriers to success and hopefully gain strategies for overcoming them.”
From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson
