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11 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Overtake' in a Sentence

"To catch up with in traveling or pursuit; draw even with." more

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She has been overtaking her colleagues in skill development at an impressive pace.
The aroma of spices was overtaking the kitchen as she prepared a flavorful curry.
The competitor had overtaken the leading runner just before the finish line.
Traffic was heavy, but he was overtaking other vehicles to reach the destination on time.
The marathon runners have overtaken their competitors in the final stretch.
The company had been overtaking market share with its innovative products.
The marathon runner will be overtaking his competitors during the final stretch.
The startup company's rapid growth had the potential to overtake established giants in the tech sector.
The students have overtaken their teachers in mastering the new programming language.
The students have been overtaking their peers in academic performance this semester.
In a thrilling chess match, the grandmaster strategizes to overtake the opponent's position on the board.

Overtake

oh-ver-teyk
verbTo catch up with in traveling or pursuit; draw even with.
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Last Updated On: July 9, 2024
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