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overrule

/ˌəʊvə(ɹ)ˈɹuːl/
verb
  1. To rule over; to govern or determine by superior authority.

  2. To rule or determine in a contrary way; to decide against; to abrogate or alter.

  3. To nullify a previous ruling by a higher power.

    "The line judge signalled the ball was in, but this was overruled by the umpire."

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