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Antonis M. Posted 9 years ago
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Surpass Vs overcome?

Example:


1. If you continue being so active on the forums, you will surely surpass his score.(let's say it's an activity related score)


2. If you continue being so active on the forums, you will surely overcome his score.


What's the difference between surpass and overcome?

  

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Antonis M. What's the difference between surpass and overcome? 'Overcome' is wrong there.

— Mister Micawber

  • Antonis M.
  • What's the difference between surpass and overcome?
  • 'Overcome' is wrong there.
  • It means 'conquer'; we overcome the opponent, not his score.
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Antonis M.What's the difference between surpass and overcome?

'Overcome' is wrong there. It means 'conquer'; we overcome the opponent, not his score.

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