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

It’s great because she’s not overriding another judge’s order.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

The overriding feeling among bosses was that the Home Championship would be pivotal for Scotland competing at the World Cup.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

But the overriding public interest here is getting scarce spectrum into the hands of companies that can put it to good use.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

The air is warm on my bare back, and my breath comes in short pants, my embarrassment almost overriding my fear.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland