overriding

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The Rwandans knew the U.S. had an overriding interest in checking Islamic State’s advance in the southern African country, and only Rwanda has proven willing and able to take on the job, the officials said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

"Don't act like the victim," was the overriding message.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

Others wonder if a CEO may do more harm than good by effectively overriding the usual customer-service channels and protocols.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 24, 2026

The 2026 forecast is the overriding focus point, and although the market expected a decline in revenue and earnings this year due to headwinds, the forecast is weaker than expected, Hansen says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

Ending the war and healing the war-torn nation are Lincoln’s overriding ambitions.

From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly