- present participle of overpower.
overpowering
Example Sentences
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To see Argentina's obvious talent, which they displayed by overpowering England in the semi-final, reduced to such spoiling tactics was a dismal sight, hardly designed to aid Messi's genius and influence.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
It’s both salty and sweet, without feeling overpowering on either end of the flavor scale.
From Salon ● Jul. 20, 2026
Dustin Dunwoody, Royal: Armed with an overpowering fastball, Dunwoody is 7-0, has an 0.18 ERA with 74 strikeouts in 39 1/3 innings.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 12, 2026
It left Brian and his neighbours dealing with smoke, ash and an overpowering "chemical" smell which some described as like living in a "war zone".
From BBC ● Feb. 12, 2026
I just feel an overpowering need to ease Jamie’s discomfort, whatever it is.
From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman
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