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overriding

[oh-ver-rahy-ding]

adjective

  1. taking precedence over all other considerations.



overriding

/ ˌəʊəˈɪɪŋ /

adjective

  1. taking precedence

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of overriding1

First recorded in 1820–30; override + -ing 2
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The statement added that World Boxing "respects the dignity of all individuals" and its overriding priority was "to ensure safety and competitive fairness to all athletes".

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But the overriding theme of his four-minute opening statement at the news conference was that he is focused on becoming the best quarterback possible for the Chicago Bears.

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But overriding local objections can be unpopular and the reservoirs could still be more than a decade away from opening.

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Our founding fathers’ overriding concern was the concentration of political power in a few hands.

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The overriding message of Basel, Mr Cramer says, is "everyone is welcome".

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