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overshadow

[oh-ver-shad-oh] / ˌoʊ vərˈʃæd oʊ /


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Raman’s supporters acknowledge she has shortcomings when it comes to retail politics, but say those should not overshadow her strengths.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

The top-line beat appeared to overshadow weak guidance for the current quarter.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

"We've been working hard in our main markets and we don't want something like this to overshadow everything that's been done to prioritise people's health."

From BBC • May 10, 2026

The demand recovery helped overshadow a downbeat earnings outlook for the current quarter and lowered profit guidance for the full year, as demand fell in the weeks following the start of the conflict.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

Nonetheless, from Ishmael’s perspective this inclement weather should not be allowed to overshadow the trial of Kabuo Miyamoto, which was an affair of a different sort entirely and of a greater magnitude.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson




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