Synonyms for

Overtaking

Verb / ˈəʊvɜ:ˌteɪkɪŋ / Another word for overtaking — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Overtaking means to pass someone or something by going faster.

Synonyms & similar words

overwhelm catch overpower pass sweepover overhaul overtake overcome passing whelm catchupwith passing surpassing exceeding outstripping outpacing outdoing outdistancing outclassing outshining overrunning overwhelming overpowering overcoming trumping beating winning prevailing succeeding outmaneuvering

Example sentences

  1. The race car driver was overtaking all of his competitors on the track.
  2. I had to slow down to let the faster car overtake me.
  3. The hiker was overtaken by a group of faster walkers.
  4. The company was overtaken by its competitors in sales.
  5. The team overtook their opponents in the last few minutes of the game.

Quotes

  • I'm not interested in being a hero. I'm interested in preventing them from overtaking us.
  • Overtaking is allowed, defending is allowed, but both must be done with respect.
  • The best way to predict your future is to create it. Stop waiting for opportunity to come along, and start overtaking it.

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