overarching
adjective
over·arch·ing
ˌō-vər-ˈär-chiŋ 
1
: forming an arch overhead
an overarching bower
an overarching bridge
2
: dominating or embracing all else
overarching goals
overarching ambition
projects of overarching public benefit—
Bob Katz
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Computer downtime is an overarching problem in all departments.
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Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 14 May 2026
Your next great productivity ritual Time blocking is a remarkable technique for ensuring your daily actions are guided forward by your overarching goals and intentions.
—Big Think, 8 May 2026
An overarching issue was the punishing cost of living in California and how it might be eased, underscoring deep partisan divides.
—ABC News, 5 May 2026
There’s also the overarching question of Miami’s future in the ACC to explore.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 2 May 2026
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“Overarching.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overarching. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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