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to overhaul
01
to examine, repair, and make significant improvements or changes to something
Transitive: to overhaul a system or procedure
02
to catch up to and pass someone who was previously ahead
Transitive: to overhaul sb/sth
Overhaul
01
a thorough inspection and repair of a machine or system to improve its performance or extend its lifespan
02
the act of improving by renewing and restoring
overhaul
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haul
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Example
The government is considering overhauling the tax system to simplify procedures and enhance transparency.
The cyclist overhauled the pack in the mountain stage of the Tour de France.
With a burst of speed, the swimmer overhauled her opponent in the last few meters.
As they approached the finish line, the marathon runner overhauled the runner ahead of him.
In the final lap of the race, the runner overhauled her competitor to take the lead and win the gold medal.
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