Overtake and Spread

Overtake

Overtake verb - To move fast enough to get even with.

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Spread and overtake are semantically related. in range topic. In some cases you can use "Spread" instead a verb "Overtake".

Nearby Words: overtaking, overtaken

Spread verb - To cause to be known over a considerable area or by many people.

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Overtake and spread are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Overtake" instead a verb "Spread".

Nearby Words: spreading, spreader

It is in fact possible for Skydiver A (In vertical "bullet" posture) to overtake Skydiver B (who is in "spread-eagle" posture and has a head start) due to the difference in wind resistance.

Source: Variable Terminal Velocity

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