overcomer
Americannoun
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a person who prevails in spite of opposition, difficulties, weakness, etc..
The situation is very frustrating, but I've decided to become an overcomer; I am pressing on.
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a person who defeats someone or something in a conflict or struggle.
The saints are the overcomers of the Evil One.
Etymology
Origin of overcomer
Example Sentences
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According to Behan, Kardashian is just as much "an overcomer" today at the age of 40 as she was as a child.
From Fox News
The committee covers leadership camps, exchange programs and scholarships for “overcomers:” students who have excelled despite sometimes overwhelming odds.
From Seattle Times
“Ninety-eight percent of the essays came through, they were saying they are not victims of their situation, they are overcomers, they are winners,” she said.
From Washington Times
“I’m encouraged and treated not as if I’m a victim,” Harley said, “but as if I’m an overcomer.”
From Washington Post
As someone once said, “Small business isn’t for the faint of heart. It’s for the brave, the patient and the persistent. It’s for the overcomer.”
From Washington Times
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