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overrule
overrule /ˌəʊvəˈruːl $ ˌoʊ-/ verb [transitive]
 Word Family: noun: rule, ruler, ruling, unruliness; adjective: ruling, unruly, ruled; verb: rule, overrule
to change an order or decision that you think is wrong, using your official power:
    The House of Lords overruled the decision of the Court of Appeal.
    They have the power to overrule the local council.