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is overcoming

  • present progressive
    of overcome (3rd person singular).
    overcome
    verb (used with object)
    to get the better of in a struggle or conflict; conquer; defeat.

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But at this World Cup, Undav is overcoming his late start—even if he has yet to become a full-time starter.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 29, 2026

Opponents contend the slow-growth measure would slam on the brakes, just as the city is overcoming decades of construction inertia.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 7, 2023

The developments indicate the Chinese tech giant is overcoming Washington's export controls, which since 2019 have barred it from obtaining components and technology from U.S. firms without approval.

From Reuters ● Sep. 20, 2023

First lady Jill Biden, who is overcoming a COVID-19 infection this week, is scheduled to lay a wreath at the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial.

From Washington Times ● Sep. 8, 2023

Overcoming the world, as I understand it, is overcoming self.

From The Glory of the Trenches by Coningsby Dawson