Simple Definition of overstay

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overstay

verb

overstays; overstayed; overstaying
: to stay longer than you are expected or allowed to stay
She was guilty of overstaying a student visa.
Don't overstay your welcome. [=do not stay longer than you should]

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“Overstay.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/overstay. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.

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