overrode

Definition

To cancel or reverse a decision/process using higher authority—the corporate equivalent of 'I'm the boss and I said so.'

Example Usage

The VP overrode the entire marketing plan two days before launch because she saw something on LinkedIn.

Source: Common business terminology

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