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to overtake
01
överse, passera
to catch up to and pass by something or someone that is moving in the same direction
Example
The car overtook us on the highway, speeding past at a rapid pace.
She managed to overtake her competitor in the final lap of the race.
We had to slow down as a truck overtook us on the narrow road.
02
övertala, drabba
to affect suddenly and often negatively
Example
A sudden outbreak of disease overtook the village, causing widespread illness.
A fire overtakes the warehouse, threatening nearby buildings.
The floodwaters overtook the small town, submerging homes and streets.
03
övertaga, övervinna
(of a feeling) to greatly and suddenly influence someone
Example
Fatigue overtook her after the long hike, and she collapsed onto the couch.
Nostalgia overtakes him while looking through old photographs, bringing back memories.
Anxiety overtook him as the exam approached, making it difficult to concentrate.
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