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as in delayed
not arriving, or occurring, or settled at the due, usual, or proper time
an overdue library book will be subject to daily fines
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as in unpaid
not yet paid
an overdue bill that's started incurring interest charges
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as in excessive
going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount
spends an overdue percentage of her income on housing expenses like rent and utilities
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Recent Examples of overdue
The name change was actually long overdue, said Helena Teede, PhD, an endocrinologist at Monash Health in Australia and a lead author of the paper announcing the new name.
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Jenna Anderson, Health, 13 May 2026
The attention to psychedelics is overdue, and there’s a real opportunity to build a stronger scientific base for a promising field.
—Lisa Jarvis, Twin Cities, 13 May 2026
With stunning archival footage, impressive cinematic style, and honest emotional moments, Soul Patrol is essential documentary storytelling that honors a group of men whose recognition is long overdue.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 11 May 2026
Fernandes’ award, it should be clarified, is long overdue recognition for a truly outstanding footballer.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 8 May 2026
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Jenna Anderson, Health, 13 May 2026
The attention to psychedelics is overdue, and there’s a real opportunity to build a stronger scientific base for a promising field.
—Lisa Jarvis, Twin Cities, 13 May 2026
With stunning archival footage, impressive cinematic style, and honest emotional moments, Soul Patrol is essential documentary storytelling that honors a group of men whose recognition is long overdue.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 11 May 2026
Fernandes’ award, it should be clarified, is long overdue recognition for a truly outstanding footballer.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 8 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overdue
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Other misconceptions have led to frustration and fear and delayed diagnosis.—
Michelle Seguin,
EverydayHealth.com,
13 May 2026
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The combination of the chiming, delayed guitar, twiddly ‘80s synths, weird time signatures and Fish’s unique lyrics and vocal delivery all added up to a very intriguing listen.—
Liza Lentini,
SPIN,
8 May 2026
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While Nebius’ donation covered about a years’ worth of district debt, unpaid meals accumulate over time at ISD and follow students across school years.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2026
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Others are settling for unpaid roles.—
Rachyl Jones,
semafor.com,
15 May 2026
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The two highest-ranking Republicans in the state legislature called Wednesday for former New Britain mayor Erin Stewart to consider dropping out of the governor’s race over reported excessive spending on the city’s credit card.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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Parents Alexus Benavidez and Rauf Scott of Collin County filed a complaint this month against Kids ‘R’ Kids of Lawler Farm in Frisco, alleging their 3-year-old son was the victim of excessive physical force that included yanking, spanking and smacking the toddler.—
Lina Ruiz
May 14,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
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The journey proves a belated act of self-discovery.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
17 May 2026
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Tonkin marked their first wedding anniversary in a belated Instagram post on Tuesday, May 12.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
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But Jeffries, an outstanding student who typically went straight home from baseball practice to study, remained more of a spectator than a participant in the borough’s burgeoning hip-hop scene.—
Jason Zengerle,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen were outstanding, and Sam Merrill hit huge corner 3s in the first half to break Detroit’s spirit early.—
Jason Lloyd,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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By 2030, some 100,000 satellites may orbit the planet, with further steep growth expected in the coming decades.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
18 May 2026
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The index is back in the green after steep losses at the end of last week.—
Leonie Kidd,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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Data the city provided to the Miami Herald shows that fewer than 40 of its over 60,000 water and sewer accounts are delinquent by more than 120 days, according to the Public Works Department.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2026
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In a typical year, the bureau may refer $9 million to $12 million in delinquent accounts for collection — revenue that the audit said was put at serious risk.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
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Nothing too extreme thus far — no darkness retreat, ayahuasca journey or draft-night hijacking — but still, enough to make the Steelers feel just a bit uneasy.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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Outdoor succulents should be kept somewhat sheltered from extreme weather such as high winds or heavy rains.—
Peg Aloi,
The Spruce,
12 May 2026
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“Overdue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overdue. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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