defeating

"The constant noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate on my homework. "

"It requires great strength to lift heavy objects."

"Wellington defeated Napoleon at Waterloo."

"no contest"

"The contract has been nullified."

"The song's constant worry about failing the exam was its main overcome. "

"We went out for a picnic in the forest."

"The broken pencil was nothing; I easily found a new one. "

"My grandfather keeps a small collection of old coins, including a few napoleons. "

"the battle of life"

"to reduce weight, speed, heat, expenses, price, personnel etc."

"She put on her wellingtons to splash in the puddles after the rain. "