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overture

[oh-ver-cher, -choor] / ˈoʊ vər tʃər, -ˌtʃʊər /


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“It is a profound disappointment that you rejected that overture and chose ambush,” Bilton wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

The company has moved to monetize some of its real estate but rejected the takeover overture in 2024.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Almodóvar has found himself in a similar position, turning down an overture from a Saudi festival.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Pakistan offered to mediate peace talks, an overture President Trump amplified on social media.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Kashdan responded to Bobby’s overture and later commented: “I had no real problem with him. All he wants to do is to play chess. He is a tremendous player.”

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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