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overcame

  • past tense form
    of overcome.
    overcome
    verb (used with object)
    to get the better of in a struggle or conflict; conquer; defeat.

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The research team overcame this obstacle by developing a technique that applies tiny amounts of MOF material directly to the mitochondrial surface.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 13, 2026

The Saudi government overcame that challenge through an effective hearts and minds campaign.

From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026

Beyond the recognition, the experience felt spiritually transformative for the Guadalajara native; not the least because of the hurdles he overcame to bring it to fruition.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2026

But a few passengers, crew and off-duty pilots who landed the plane safely overcame their fear and exercised their courage and sense of duty, and helped to make this miracle happen.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026

Jane’s temper was not desponding, and she was gradually led to hope, though the diffidence of affection sometimes overcame the hope, that Bingley would return to Netherfield and answer every wish of her heart.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen