I got into an argument about the sentence "Have you overrode SomeThingamajig?" I thought that "have overrode" is incorrect, and should be "overrode" or "have overridden", or perhaps "did override".

Aug 29, 2014 · Overridden is the participle of override. That is a verb that is used when more authority is given to something than to someone else: The colonel can override the sergeant's orders. The …

Oct 29, 2012 · "Override" is the cancellation of some previous action or decision. "Overwrite" specifically refers to something being written over something previously written. In other words, actions and …

Jul 25, 2012 · I don't think there's a good single word for what you describe, and your best bet is to turn the sentence around: The forecast includes all items unless overridden at the store level. The …

"Overrode" vs "Overridden" I got into an argument about the sentence "Have you overrode SomeThingamajig?" I thought that "have overrode" is incorrect, and should be "overrode" or "have …

Jul 7, 2012 · You want the constitution to be overridden without special mechanisms (constitutional amendments frequently require a larger quorum and/or a larger percentage of votes in favour)?

Jan 29, 2026 · The implication that wouldn't be overridden is how much watermelon is used: If it's count, it must be singular, and even then it might still be too much. Letting the watermelon be mass while …

Note that all of these connotations are vague and amorphous, and can be overridden by customary usages, or by what "sounds best" in a given context. If you pressed me to suggest a single best …

Jun 3, 2021 · But BillJ, doubtless citing CGEL, says that 'What [is important]' may be given plural override. The logical is overridden when this happens. And analyses failing to take this into account …

Sep 5, 2023 · You can use live or artificial bait to catch these fish. My favourite are top-water plugs, plastic jigs and live green backs or shrimp. * There are many occasions when the simple rule stated …