Sentences with Overweening

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7 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.

The manager's overweening demands made it challenging for the team to meet deadlines.

Her overweening ambition blinded her to the ethical concerns of her business decisions.

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