Cerca
to overtake
01
sorpassare
to catch up to and pass by something or someone that is moving in the same direction
02
avere il sopravvento
to affect suddenly and often negatively
03
avere il sopravvento
(of a feeling) to greatly and suddenly influence someone
Esempio
A fire overtakes the warehouse, threatening nearby buildings.
The invasion overtook the peaceful region, resulting in chaos and destruction.
The driver overtook vehicles on the curve riskily, endangering others on the road.
Disappointment overtakes him when he learns that the event is canceled.
Nostalgia overtakes him while looking through old photographs, bringing back memories.
