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overpower
1. v. To subdue someone by superior force.
We overpowered the opposing army within a couple of hours.
2. v. To excel or exceed in power; to cause to yield; to subdue.
Bright light overpowers the eyes.
3. v. To render imperceptible by means of greater strength, intensity etc.
The dish was OK, but the garlic slightly overpowered the herbs.
4. v. (video games, transitive) To make excessively powerful.

Example Sentences

The girls are aggressive because they want you to overpower them.

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