overrule
verb (used with object)
to rule against or disallow the arguments of (a person).
had overruled
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past perfectof overrule.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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Dr. Prasad had overruled career staff by summarily refusing to review Moderna’s application.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
The May decision by the 2nd District Court of Appeal marked the first time a court had overruled a governor’s denial of parole to a Manson follower.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2023
The state appeals court had overruled a lower court judge who documented the flaws in the forensic evidence used to convict Escobar.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 9, 2023
In an essay published Wednesday in Foreign Affairs, Ms. Cai, who now lives in the United States, said Mr. Xi had overruled health experts throughout the pandemic.
From New York Times ● Sep. 7, 2022
The Emperor had overruled his wife after watching Aurelia and Boots at play on several occasions.
From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks
