overshadowing

The first reports emerged just before Chinese leader Xi Jinping met his Russian counterpart at the Brics summit earlier in October, overshadowing a gathering that was meant to send the West a defiant message.

Ahead of an election, it also risks undermining wider faith in how systems and government work, and of overshadowing any legitimate criticism of governments’ efforts.

After his death in 1976, stories emerged about his fascination with teenage boys, partially overshadowing his legacy - although biographers have argued he never crossed the line into abusive conduct.

Some Democrats, however, are worried that Harris' money flood is overshadowing tepid fundraising by down-ballot candidates and committees focused on state legislative races, and it's unclear how long her coattails are.

But the royal beard proved to be the talking point at the end of the Olympics, even overshadowing the appearance of Tom Cruise, who was seen travelling by motorbike, plane and parachute.