as in catches
to move fast enough to get even with
in the final moments of the race, the horse in the rear sped forward at a furious pace and overhauled the horse that had been leading
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Recent Examples of overhauls
Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 15 Apr. 2026
The shooting prompted protests over police use of force, and calls for police to stop foot pursuits altogether until the department overhauls its chase policies.
—Cbs Chicago Team, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
Four times a year, the crew overhauls the seasonal drink menu.
—Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 30 Mar. 2026
The Buffalo Bills will get a good look at all the top available draft prospects, which will be extremely important this year as the team overhauls its defensive scheme.
—Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Sumrall aimed to overhauls a Gators’ offensive line expected to be one of the nation’s best, but too often was inconsistent.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Jan. 2026
Laurie Orlando, who has supervised talent recruitment and strategy at CBS News for nearly a decade, is leaving the Paramount Skydance operation — the latest of the news division’s senior executives to exit as the parent company overhauls its operations under an iconoclastic new editor in chief.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Nov. 2025
At the same time, the Milwaukee School Board has approved a reading plan proposed by Cassellius that, among many things, overhauls some past approaches to reading instruction.
—Alan J. Borsuk, jsonline.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
Target shares are surging in 2026, putting it on track to snap four straight years of losses – and analysts say the rally could pick up steam as the retailer overhauls its corporate strategy.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 15 Apr. 2026
The shooting prompted protests over police use of force, and calls for police to stop foot pursuits altogether until the department overhauls its chase policies.
—Cbs Chicago Team, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
Four times a year, the crew overhauls the seasonal drink menu.
—Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 30 Mar. 2026
The Buffalo Bills will get a good look at all the top available draft prospects, which will be extremely important this year as the team overhauls its defensive scheme.
—Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Sumrall aimed to overhauls a Gators’ offensive line expected to be one of the nation’s best, but too often was inconsistent.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Jan. 2026
Laurie Orlando, who has supervised talent recruitment and strategy at CBS News for nearly a decade, is leaving the Paramount Skydance operation — the latest of the news division’s senior executives to exit as the parent company overhauls its operations under an iconoclastic new editor in chief.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Nov. 2025
At the same time, the Milwaukee School Board has approved a reading plan proposed by Cassellius that, among many things, overhauls some past approaches to reading instruction.
—Alan J. Borsuk, jsonline.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overhauls
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In Bend, Oregon, Outdoor Adventure Belongs to Everyone On a visit to this adventure magnet, Sophie Morgan goes for a trek in the high desert in an off-roading wheelchair and catches an outdoor concert, washed down, of course, with a few pints of local craft beer.—
Hannah Wallace,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Apr. 2026
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Curtis just didn’t show much as a pass catcher in college (13 catches for 167 yards and two touchdowns in 2025).—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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As regenerative agriculture overtakes traditional organic labels in popularity, Lewkowitz highlighted the unique challenges American growers face.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
27 Apr. 2026
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That way, no plant overtakes another.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
17 Apr. 2026
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This year’s revisions arrive as the industry continues to grapple with how AI tools are reshaping the creative process — and how institutions like the Oscars should reward that work, if at all.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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After putting through a few revisions, the proposal has reduced the number of schools set to close from 20 to 17.—
Brandon Goldner,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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In the Ring video, a person dressed in black pants and a gray T-shirt, with a gray sweatshirt draped over his shoulder, chases two dogs down a residential street, spraying them with pellets from what looks like a gel gun.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
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Or do coaches even matter and everyone just chases the bag?—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2026
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The history of religion, with its thousands of schisms and reformations, is full of pilgrims who, rather than discard their relationship with their sacred text, have found purpose, clarity, and community through defiance.—
Séamas O'Reilly,
Vulture,
26 Mar. 2026
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Nick Barrett of the South Carolina Gamecocks pursues a play on defense during a college football game against the Clemson Tigers on November 29, 2025 at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
26 Apr. 2026
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More upgrades are expected to Hamilton over the next couple years as the university pursues a true arena vibe like most of the Pioneers’ future conference rivals already have.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
23 Apr. 2026
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According to Ingber, first-line therapy often includes dietary and behavioral modifications, along with pelvic floor physical therapy.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
1 May 2026
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Car warranty costs vary based on your vehicle’s age, mileage, the length of your plan, location and vehicle modifications.—
Danny Smith,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Eagles took a major step to revamp their passing game in the first two rounds by drafting Lemon and Stowers with their top two picks — players who will make an immediate contribution and are expected to be core players while the offense transitions.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Her love for art naturally transitions into a passion for doing nails and makeup.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Overhauls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overhauls. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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