overriding

Example Sentences

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The only overriding lesson may be that there are no overriding lessons.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“Beijing’s overriding objective is not to accomplish anything affirmative” during the summit this week, Czin said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Callais decision to take effect immediately, a rare move overriding the standard rule that its decisions do not take full effect until 32 days after an opinion is finalized.

From Slate • May 7, 2026

"Don't act like the victim," was the overriding message.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

For the first hours in the cage, Zeitoun’s overriding goal was to be granted a phone call.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers