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How to pronounce overtake in American English
“overtake” pronunciation by American speakers
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“overtake” in real sentences — American speakers
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So that shadow starts to overtake the moon.
Smithsonian Air & Space
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host, then overtake the defenses of the new host to cause infection.
CDC
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When the rage in your chest rises like a tide and threatens to overtake you.
Dept of Justice
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