as in extensive
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including or influencing every part of something
the book's overarching theme Computer downtime is an overarching problem in all departments.
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Recent Examples of overarching
Storytelling, and stoking a broader awareness of the Indigenous presence in the state, is an overarching aim of the site.
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Eve Batey, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2023
The better focus given to the Artemis missions in the last year have assuaged some of 2021′s warnings, but the panel still considers having multiple contractors at play vs. one overarching lead contractor a risk.
—Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2023
But the overarching taste of the evening’s results was bitter.
—Lauren Puckett-Pope, ELLE, 6 Feb. 2023
Although the year just started, Fahn is seeing a transition into a new overarching design style.
—Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2023
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Eve Batey, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2023
The better focus given to the Artemis missions in the last year have assuaged some of 2021′s warnings, but the panel still considers having multiple contractors at play vs. one overarching lead contractor a risk.
—Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2023
But the overarching taste of the evening’s results was bitter.
—Lauren Puckett-Pope, ELLE, 6 Feb. 2023
Although the year just started, Fahn is seeing a transition into a new overarching design style.
—Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overarching
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This strategic partnership has been particularly beneficial, as access to PepsiCo’s extensive distribution network has accelerated Celsius’s recent growth and market penetration.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Stay Here: Come for the famous geothermal waters, stay for the extensive treatment menu, Grand Resort Bad Ragaz is where wellness is actualized.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Coach Jim Harbaugh and general manager Joe Hortiz have retained and added across all phases of the roster in that span.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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The Jets parted ways with head coach Robert Saleh and general manager Joe Douglas during the 2024 season.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Their presence in Maine’s waters suggests a healthy marine environment, which could be beneficial for the overall ecosystem.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Zion National Park Lodge has partnered with the National Park Service on the Play Forever program, focusing on reducing waste, conserving water, and scaling down overall environmental impact.—
Sophie Mendel,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Mar. 2025
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Alternative medications include muscle relaxants (generic cyclobenzaprine) and ibuprofen (anti-inflammatories).—
Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH,
Verywell Health,
26 Mar. 2025
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Consider working with a coach or therapist who understands the unique demands of running a business while grieving--their specialized perspective can provide tailored strategies that generic grief support might miss.—
Megan Bruneau,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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As most of you probably know, Arm is near ubiquitous in the automotive, mobile, High-Performance Computing (HPC), and Internet of Things markets.—
Marco Chiappetta,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Some have come out of nowhere, others have taken months to catch on, and all of them could become ubiquitous in the blink of a TikTok clip.—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This comprehensive approach has led to a stronger core of internal talent at Aflac. Data and AI as Business Drivers Aflac has long been a pioneer in artificial intelligence, implementing solutions to improve claims quality and auto-adjudicate lower-risk claims.—
Peter High,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Without a comprehensive impact study on the risks of displacement, this project cannot be responsibly approved.—
Aimee Rosato,
New York Daily News,
30 Mar. 2025
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In turning the lens on Cromwell, whose role is much less conspicuous in history, Straughan offers a broader portrait of the world around King Henry, one that lived, thrived and perished by his orders.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
23 Mar. 2025
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Therefore, substantial reductions in SNAP funding may have broader economic implications beyond the immediate loss of assistance to individuals.—
Solange Charas,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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The Pandemic's Unexpected Lesson The widespread shift to remote learning during the 2020 pandemic, Viney explained, provided an unprecedented, albeit unintentional, experiment in alternative education.—
Dan Fitzpatrick,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Co-created with star Stephen Graham, the four-part series uses a daring one-shot for each episode to call attention to widespread reports of young boys involved in knife crimes.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Overarching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overarching. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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