1
as in to ignore
to dismiss as of little importance
to keep peace in the family, he was forced to overpass his in-laws' frequent put-downs
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2
as in to exceed
to go beyond the limit of
a filmmaker whose technical bravura overpasses his ability to tell a coherent story
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3
as in to forget
to fail to give proper attention to
army officers who had been unjustly overpassed for promotion
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as in underpass
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Recent Examples of overpass
Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 June 2025
The man allegedly threw a large rock at a California Highway Patrol vehicle from a highway overpass.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 17 June 2025
Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 9 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Yes, the corner of International Drive and Sand Lake Road is a perfect place for a pedestrian overpass.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 June 2025
The man allegedly threw a large rock at a California Highway Patrol vehicle from a highway overpass.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 17 June 2025
Noun
Prior court decisions and guidance from the Department of Justice have set up hurdles to overcome before the court is forced to overpass a reporter’s privilege to protect sources.
—Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overpass
Verb
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The conversation has put a spotlight on a dynamic that’s hard to ignore: how global leaders, especially from Western nations, talk about and to Africa.—
Oumou Fofana,
Essence,
11 July 2025
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Why is natural gas to be ignored when American gas is clean and cost effective?—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
11 July 2025
Verb
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That number far exceeds any other program nationwide.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
14 July 2025
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The asylum process in Mexico is supposed to take about three months, said Mejía from UNHCR, but the number of cases exceeds the capacity of the Mexican Commission for Refugee Aid to process them.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Child and pet safety: Never forget to safeguard young children and pets by not leaving them unattended in vehicles, especially during scorching weather when car interiors can become life-threateningly hot.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
11 July 2025
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These all will look perfect from long days in the sand, or poolside with a cold drink in hand—just don’t forget the SPF.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Communities, including Killeen, Copperas Cove, Fort Cavazos, and Kempner, are at risk for flash flooding, especially in low-lying areas, underpasses, and small creeks.—
Hannah Parry
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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Some of the region’s recent flooding casualties have come from underpasses as water pools up and has no where to go, Darrah said.—
Brayden Garcia
July 7,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 July 2025
Verb
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The rooftop bar and restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy light bites and cocktails during warmer months overlooking views of the city.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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From simply meeting expectations to overlooking key relationships, minor missteps can quietly stall your career growth.—
Alyshia Hull,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
Verb
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Russian Attacks on Ukraine and War Developments Late on July 3 and into the early hours of July 4, Russia battered Ukraine with more than 500 drones and missiles in the most intense aerial attack of the war, surpassing the previous record set just days earlier on June 29.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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The death toll from flooding in Texas surpassed 100 on Monday, as officials faced scrutiny over the adequacy of local warning systems.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Moreover, Chime primarily generates its income through interchange fees—small charges that merchants incur when a customer uses a Chime card.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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Other work follows, also overnight, Tuesday through March 21: Crews will close two right-hand lanes at the interchange of northbound I-71/75 and I-275 for work, keeping the remaining lane on the left open.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
Verb
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This second mortgage is forgiven in increments of 20% per year over a five-year term.—
JP Shaffer
Updated July 3,
Miami Herald,
3 July 2025
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And the nation could be forgiven for wanting to take a collective shower.—
Marco della Cava,
USA Today,
3 July 2025
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“Overpass.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overpass. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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