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overarching

[oh-ver-ahr-ching] / ˌoʊ vərˈɑr tʃɪŋ /


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Such overarching public sentiment inspired Johnson to pen a 700-word essay on why that mindset was the “most interesting phenomenon happening on earth right now.”

From Slate Jul. 31, 2026

The trio epitomise excellence in their respective fields - reflecting the album's overarching theme of art, excellence and immortality.

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

SBTi’s chief executive, David Kennedy, said the new standard remains science-based but can work with a company’s overarching goals and be implemented as part of strategy.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 11, 2026

The series’ first film is its strongest, weaving together overarching parodies of “Scream” and “I Know What You Did Last Summer” alongside brief send-ups of popular horror films.

From Salon Jun. 11, 2026

A stream splashed swiftly between mossy rocks, and disappeared over a lip into a narrow little chasm dark under the overarching trees.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman



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