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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

overcome

/ˈoʊvər.kʌm/ verb · British & US
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What does overcome mean?

verb

To succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty; to get the better of an opponent or a difficult situation.

Example

"She felt a sense of pride and accomplishment when she finally overcame her fear of public speaking."

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