overcome
verb (used with object)
had overcome
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past perfectof overcome.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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The U.K. telecommunications company’s German unit continued to demonstrate it had overcome the impact of regulatory headwinds despite subscriber losses, he notes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 12, 2026
His ability to express the means by which he had overcome his personal challenges brought those struggles alive, put them in perspective, and gave hope to so many around the world.
From BBC ● May 2, 2026
The centre-right Liberal Party and the rural-focused Nationals, which have jointly governed Australia for most of the past century, said they had overcome their differences.
From Barron's ● Feb. 8, 2026
Olivia-Grace's family told BBC Wales that the eight-year-old had overcome major open heart surgery and pneumonia, "even though doctors said she might not battle through it".
From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2025
But Archie had overcome them as usual, pointing out that Leon’s need for an endorsement from The Vigils was a symbol of how powerful the organization had become.
From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier
