as in main
coming before all others in importance
a matter that should be given overmastering priority by the incoming administration
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as in overwhelming
to subject to incapacitating emotional or mental stress
the student was overmastered by the stress of taking the college placement test and broke down crying
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Of the 33 schools awarded grants, 19 schools opted for main entrance improvements while 14 chose to modernize their check-in and visitor badging systems.
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India’s main stock index last month outperformed other emerging markets by the most since November, and foreign outflows hit a four-month low.
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Nieuw Bergen presents an innovative and attractive approach to inner-city housing, demonstrating how housing developments can be introduced without overwhelming the character of an existing neighborhood.
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The best caftans feel lightweight and roomy without overwhelming your frame.
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The name of the predominant flavor must appear as part of the product name.
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Matthew Harmon of the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, representing law enforcement, the predominant users of ALPRs in the area.
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Forward-looking firms are overcoming this by deploying advanced technical strategies.
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Normal matter can’t be stuffed into a space tiny and dense enough without overcoming a huge outward pressure.
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Then Ryan played his part in achieving those goals Sunday, posting a dominant performance in New York.
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The Angels dropped their fifth straight and 11th in 17 games, while Gray’s six-game run of dominant quality starts continues despite an All-Star snub.
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The co-writer thing was a total disaster, devastating on every level.
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One week after devastating earthquakes struck Venezuela, relief efforts in South Florida continue at a steady pace.
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The former second-round pick is suddenly one of the Lakers’ primary summer league players and hopes to use the experience as an important stepping stone, building up his game while also establishing a leadership voice.
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Both the primary and extension drive use the standard 1/4-inch hex specification, which, according to the creators, will cover over 95% of random everyday tasks – from bicycle maintenance to small home repairs and furniture assembly.
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The day’s matches started off with a thrilling contest between Norway and the Ivory Coast, which went all the way down to the final minutes before one of the tournament’s foremost stars scored a crucial goal to send the Norwegians through.
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Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.
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“Overmastering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overmastering. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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