Overrule and Rule

Overrule

Overrule verb - Rule against.

Usage example: The Republicans were overruled when the House voted on the bill

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Rule and overrule are semantically related In some cases you can use "Rule" instead a verb "Overrule".

Nearby Word: overruling

Rule verb - To exercise authority or power over.

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Overrule and rule are semantically related in govern topic. Sometimes you can use "Overrule" instead a verb "Rule".

Nearby Words: ruling, ruler, ruled

power	overrule power	rule power
way	overrule way	rule way

Rule 24-J says: Rules always change, and if players try to overrule that rule ..."Everyone: "They'll be overruled!

Source: Western Animation / All Grown Up!
Rule 1: Only overrule the tactical computer if you know something it doesn't.

Source: There Is No Rule Six

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