Overtake (verb)

  1. To pass and move ahead of (someone or something) by going faster or getting to a place before them.
  2. To catch up with and surpass in position, achievement, or excellence.
  3. To take over or gain control of (something) from another person or entity.

Origin:

The word 'overtake' is derived from the adjective 'over' meaning 'above' and the verb 'take' meaning 'to get into one's possession or control'. it has been in use since the 16th century.

Examples:

  1. The athlete overtook the competitor in the last lap and won the race.
  2. The company overtook the market leader in sales and profits.
  3. The team overtook the opponents in the score and won the game.
  4. The student overtook the class in knowledge and skills.
  5. The new technology overtook the old one in efficiency and effectiveness.
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