The pitcher's outstanding performance should not overshadow the achievements of the rest of the team.
large trees overshadow the yard and darken the house for much of the day
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But in recent years, the glittering spectacle, meant to celebrate unity, has been overshadowed by global conflicts which have seeped onto the stage.—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026 Once known for her charisma and public appeal, Ferguson's past associations with Epstein are now overshadowing decades of public service.—Lauryn Overhultz , Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 31 Mar. 2026 But his eight years were overshadowed by the Appalachian Trail, which became shorthand for Sanford’s disappearance to go to Argentina to see his lover.—Meg Kinnard, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026 But his eight years were overshadowed by the Appalachian Trail, which became shorthand for Sanford's disappearance to go to Argentina to see his lover.—ABC News, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for overshadow
Word History
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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The first known use of overshadow was
before the 12th century