Sentences with Overweening

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9 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Overweening'

The overweening CEO believed he could single-handedly turn the company around without any input from the team.

Sarah's overweening confidence in her driving skills proved disastrous as she crashed into a parked car.

The overweening politician's promises turned out to be empty once he assumed office.

Despite his overweening pride, Mark struggled to admit his mistakes during the project presentation.

Jenny's overweening ambition led her to take on more responsibilities than she could handle.

He displayed an overweening attitude when he boasted about his superior gaming skills.

The overweening athlete underestimated his opponent, leading to a surprising defeat in the championship match.

The politician's overweening speeches alienated potential voters who found his arrogance off-putting.

His overweening ambition to climb the corporate ladder led him to disregard the importance of work-life balance.

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