overstrode

overstrode

A runner overstrode the hurdle with a powerful leap.

Definition
  1. Verb (past tense of ):
    • To step over or across something with long strides: The literal meaning of "overstrode" is to have stepped over an obstacle or boundary by taking a long stride.
    • To surpass or exceed: In a figurative sense, "overstrode" means to have gone beyond a limit, standard, or expectation.
    • To dominate or control: It can also mean to have exerted influence or authority over someone or something, as if stepping over them.
Usage Examples
  • Literal:
    • He overstrode the fallen log and continued his hike. (He stepped over the log with a long stride.)
  • Figurative:
    • The CEO overstrode the company's traditional boundaries, expanding into new markets. (He surpassed or exceeded the usual limits.)
  • Dominance:
    • The empire overstrode its neighbors, imposing its will on them. (It dominated or controlled them.)
Advanced Usage

  • "to overstride one's reach": to attempt something beyond one's capacity.

    • By taking on too many projects, she overstrode her ability to manage them effectively. (She exceeded her own limits.)

  • "to overstride the bounds": to violate or go beyond accepted limits.

    • His comments overstrode the bounds of polite conversation. (They went beyond acceptable social norms.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Overstride (verb, base form): to step over or exceed.
    • It is difficult to overstride such a wide stream. (To step over it.)
  • Overstridden (past participle): having been stepped over or exceeded.
    • The old customs had been overstridden by modern practices. (They were surpassed.)
  • Overstriding (present participle): the act of stepping over or exceeding.
    • He is overstriding the fence. (The action of stepping over.)
Synonyms
  • Step over: to cross by taking a step.
  • Surpass: to go beyond in amount or degree.
  • Dominate: to have power or influence over.
Phrasal Verbs
  • Overstride into: to step or move into a new area with long strides.
    • The athlete overstrode into the lead. (He moved ahead quickly.)
  • Overstride across: to cross something by striding.
    • She overstrode across the muddy field. (She crossed it with long steps.)
Related Idioms
  • Overstride one's bounds: to act beyond what is proper or allowed.
    • The politician overstrode his bounds by making unauthorized promises. (He exceeded his authority.)
  • Overstride the mark: to go too far in an action or statement.
    • His joke overstrode the mark and offended many people. (It went too far.)