overriding
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of overriding
Example Sentences
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Still, the overriding consensus was that the virus would be contained and have little or no effect on the U.S. economy.
From MarketWatch
The EU gave a long-delayed go-ahead Friday to the huge trade pact with the South American bloc -- overriding opposition led by key power France.
From Barron's
It also shows how we can do better, by overriding that cognitive bias.
"My overriding emotion is one of sadness," he said.
From BBC
That is the overriding sentiment here today – this is shocking for such a "safe" country and yet predictable for one that has been grappling with rising antisemitism.
From BBC
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