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overrule

/ˈoʊvɚˌrul/

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reject a decision by higher authority

否决；驳回

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The chair may overrule an objection after hearing both sides.
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听取双方意见后，主持人可以驳回异议。
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Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvɚˌrul/

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