7 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Overrule' in a Sentence
"To reject or disallow someone's arguments or decisions, especially when a higher authority or group disagrees with them." more
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The scientist was overruling dissenting opinions in the research team.
The president was overruling objections to the new policy from cabinet members.
The manager was overruling employee requests for flexible work hours.
As the captain, he was overruling the crew's suggestions during the storm.
The conductor was overruling the orchestra's desire to play the piece faster.
The parent was overruling the child's plea for an extended bedtime.
The chef was overruling the sous chef's choice of ingredients for the recipe.
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