overshadow

Example Sentences

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The path to this weekend's founding conference has been overshadowed by splits in the party over everything from money, leadership to even its name.

From BBC

A contest between its two most well-known figures could have re-opened many of the splits that have overshadowed the founding of the fledgling party.

From BBC

Her presidency was overshadowed by several investigations, including a corruption inquiry dubbed "Rolexgate", concerning allegations she accepted Rolex watches as bribes.

From BBC

The collective sigh of relief was only overshadowed by the roar.

From Los Angeles Times

Thompson told BBC Sport the competition, held in Arlington, Texas, was "overshadowed by somebody who shouldn't have been there".

From BBC