Example Sentences

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But lawmakers on Thursday overrode his veto of a law changing how prison sentences are calculated.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

But Mr. Adams overrode Mr. Lander and approved the deal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

Smith vociferously disagreed, saying none of Brown’s arguments overrode the presumption of good faith that should be awarded to legislators.

From Salon • Nov. 22, 2025

When money was needed, he overrode his sons’ objections and sold off the band’s publishing company, believing the group had peaked.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2025

He wanted to complete what he had begun, but he overrode the brutal imperative of the hunter in him.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman