overshadow
verb (used with object)
to be more important or significant by comparison.
is overshadowing
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present progressiveof overshadow (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Meta Platforms’ big AI moment is overshadowing its “big-tobacco” moment.
From The Wall Street Journal β Apr. 14, 2026
Though it’s still early 2026, the turbulence of the last few weeks is overshadowing its novelty.
From Los Angeles Times β Jan. 30, 2026
The failure to cut planet-heating emissions is overshadowing the COP30 in the rainforest city of Belem -- the conference taking place this week without the presence of the United States, the world's second largest polluter.
From Barron's β Nov. 13, 2025
Hunger in Gaza is overshadowing the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr, a typically joyous festival during which families celebrate the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
From Seattle Times β Apr. 10, 2024
Surely it is overshadowing other very important considerations relating to dress.
From Vocational Guidance for Girls by Marguerite Stockman Dickson
