eclipse
Pronunciation: [ɪˈklɪps]
Word
Context: "astronomy"
(noun) an event where one object in space moves into the shadow of another object, making it temporarily dark. Like when the moon goes between the Earth and the sun, it blocks the sunlight and we can't see the sun.
Example
The solar eclipse happened on a clear day, and everyone enjoyed watching it.
Example
The lunar eclipse wasn't visible last night because it was too cloudy.
Example
Have you ever seen a total eclipse of the sun?
Context: "dominance"
(verb) to make something less visible or important by covering it up. It’s like when one thing stands in the way of another and takes away its chance to shine, like when a big star shines brighter than a smaller one.
Example
Her amazing performance will eclipse all the other presentations in the competition.
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The poor review did not eclipse his overall success in the film industry.
Example
What can eclipse someone's accomplishments in life?
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