overtaken
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In that time 14 countries have overtaken Brazil in per capita GDP, including the Dominican Republic, Guyana and Thailand.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026
"If fitness has overtaken your daily joy sources, then it's likely a problem has developed," she added.
From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026
And after that, the wheels came off for the Australian, and he was overtaken by the end of the year not only by Norris, but also by Verstappen.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026
Several years ago he became increasingly frustrated with the professionalism that has overtaken the larger Southland high schools — he has been outspoken against the constant stream of transfers — so he had an idea.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2026
Everyone is overtaken by an intense desire to impose order.
From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper
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