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The phrase "being overpowered by" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a situation where someone or something is dominated or controlled by a stronger force or influence.
Example: "She felt as if she were being overpowered by her emotions during the intense argument."
Alternatives: "being dominated by" or "being overwhelmed by".
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(Fitz feels bad about being overpowered by a Peruvian squaddie).
Each of the three women resists being overpowered by the men of Laketop through the occupation or invasion of space.
He seriously wounded a third man before being overpowered by a shoe salesman, police and witnesses said.
After slapping Mr. Pawar, Mr. Singh took a small traditional Sikh knife from his back pocket and brandished it before being overpowered by security guards.
Cochet, a dapper little Frenchman, was being overpowered by the great American 'Big Bill Tildenn, who won the first two sets and led 5-1 in the third.
Drinkhall came out fighting at the beginning of the next, but, after building an early head of steam, found himself being overpowered by his opponent.
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BLT's version, alas, is overpowered by smoky bacon.
The addict has been overpowered by her addiction.
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