godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
Describes something physically covering or hanging over something else, often with a sense of weight or oppression.
大きな岩が道に覆い被さっていた。
A large rock was hanging over the road.
暗
Dark clouds spread out as if covering the town.
godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
fall upon; weigh on; press on
Used figuratively for responsibilities, burdens, or pressure that weigh heavily on someone.
家族を養う責任が彼に覆い被さった。
The responsibility of supporting his family fell upon him.
重圧がチーム全体に覆い被さっている。
Heavy pressure is weighing on the entire team.