as in projection
a part that sticks out from the general mass of something
a recess in the face of the cliff that is hidden by the thick vines dangling from the jagged overhang above
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in to protrude
to extend outward beyond a usual point
the narrow streets of the old European city are lined with row houses often having overhanging second stories
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to threaten
to remain poised to inflict harm, danger, or distress on
the problem of how he might be able to afford sending his children to college has been overhanging him for several years
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of overhang
Laurent Belsie, Christian Science Monitor, 2 May 2025
The tariff overhang – a completely optional campaign to tax global production and supply-chain efficiency that can be called off any time by one man – mocks efforts to offer good forecasts.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 26 Apr. 2025
Justin Ray, The Athletic, 16 Mar. 2025
While insurance typically will not cover these elective procedures, if your peripheral eyesight is substantially impaired because of overhanging eyelids, some insurers may cover an upper bleph; an advance comprehensive vision test is required.
—Elycia Rubin, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for overhang
Noun
Despite the overhang of tariffs, investment in AI appears intact.
—Laurent Belsie, Christian Science Monitor, 2 May 2025
The tariff overhang – a completely optional campaign to tax global production and supply-chain efficiency that can be called off any time by one man – mocks efforts to offer good forecasts.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 26 Apr. 2025
Verb
The sixth hole has been a topic of discussion all week after the decision to move a large, overhanging tree back into the player’s line of sight by the tee box.
—Justin Ray, The Athletic, 16 Mar. 2025
While insurance typically will not cover these elective procedures, if your peripheral eyesight is substantially impaired because of overhanging eyelids, some insurers may cover an upper bleph; an advance comprehensive vision test is required.
—Elycia Rubin, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for overhang
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overhang
Noun
-
This Broncos draft class is perhaps particularly interesting in that department, given the projection involved with Harvey, first-round pick Jahdae Barron’s versatility, and the light collegiate snap counts for OLB Que Robinson and TE Caleb Lohner.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
10 May 2025
-
The most recent population projection by the Florida Bureau of Economic Research estimates that Florida’s population will increase from approximately 22.6 million in 2023 to between roughly 24.7 and 31.4 million in 2050, a 9.3 to 38.8% increase.—
Bob Maliva,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2025
Verb
-
But in May 2023, while out for a run, the New Hampshire native noticed something strange: a large bump protruding from her abdomen.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
2 May 2025
-
The actor shared memories of the time his balls unwittingly protruded out of his boxer briefs during an off-Broadway production, on the latest episode of the SmartLess podcast.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Verb
-
And the Knicks did threaten as Boston’s offensive production tailed off over the final two quarters.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2025
-
Block said Floridians’ First Amendment rights are threatened whenever government information is limited.—
Silas Morgan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2025
Noun
-
Gone are most of the toggle switches (and the little safety protrusions that accompanied them) on the dashboard, with the exception of one for changing between drive, reverse, and neutral, plus another to switch between drive modes.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 Apr. 2025
-
The sea cucumber is also covered with tentacles and papillae, or fleshy protrusions, according to the study.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
No deals have been reached with America’s largest trading partners, including Canada, Mexico and China, which is the single biggest contributor to the bulging U.S. trade deficit that Trump calls a rip-off for the American people.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
8 May 2025
-
Movies don't get more manly than Predator, which is positively brimming with bulging muscles, oneupmanship, relentless s— talk, chainguns, and some of Schwarzenegger's silliest one-liners since Commando.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
7 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
As Montgomery’s troops menaced Montreal, Carleton abandoned his seat of governance at the Chateau Ramezay and gave up the city without a fight.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
12 May 2025
-
The impostors then stole two hot dogs and menaced the vendor with a knife before taking off on Seventh Ave., heading toward 44th St. Cops took one man into custody following the heist, and are looking for a second person dressed in a red hoodie, black pants and black and white sneakers.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
8 May 2025
Noun
-
Use the dome light and flashers to make your vehicle more noticeable.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 May 2025
-
Each of the three domes is covered in a translucent plastic membrane to protect it from the elements and is supported by a framework made from a different material.—
Adam Williams
May 05,
New Atlas,
5 May 2025
Verb
-
During that same April 5 episode, Weekend Update’s Colin Jost poked fun at the singer in a bit about the economy.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
12 May 2025
-
The contest did not last long as Edwards poked Muhammad in the eye 18 seconds into the second round.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Overhang.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overhang. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share