as in to postpone
to assign to a later time
we'll have to lay over a discussion of the issue until the next meeting
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Recent Examples of layover
Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 May 2025
During our layover, a worker at the dockyard had told me of the attacks and the threat of starvation incapacitating the capital.
—EW.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
That bill was also technically scheduled for Monday but it was laid over once again.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 28 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Good morning from my layover, There might have been something like relief in the Padres’ clubhouse the past two days.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 May 2025
During our layover, a worker at the dockyard had told me of the attacks and the threat of starvation incapacitating the capital.
—EW.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Verb
This apparently is in reaction to the PPA’s plans to use a roll-out surface laid over top of the hardcourts at the tennis center.
—Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
That bill was also technically scheduled for Monday but it was laid over once again.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for layover
Noun
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Get a Sneak Peek Inside the Massive ‘Celebrate Happy’ Festivities Kicking Off May 16 Other stops on their outing included a ride on Dumbo the Flying Elephant and a trip to see Star Wars troopers.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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Not only is sitting on the potty all by yourself a little bit scary, but nobody likes putting play to a stop to use the potty, either.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
6 June 2025
Verb
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After a short discussion between the clubs and Major League Baseball, the game was postponed.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2025
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The Division 1 softball game between Poway and Ayala was postponed because of rain.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
Noun
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That changed with the rise of European sailing power, with Bermuda soon becoming a critical stopover for ships moving between Europe, the Caribbean, and the Americas.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
21 May 2025
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Many diners at Naar have been planning quick trips with their eye on the prize—in addition to dinner service, Sadhu’s team introduced lunch to cater to visitors looking to break up the drive from Chandigarh to Shimla with a stopover for a meal.—
Sarah Khan,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Meanwhile, Boeing’s project has been hampered by stress corrosion cracks on the planes and excessive noise in the cabins from the decompression system, among other issues that have delayed delivery, according to a Government Accountability Office report released last year.—
Tara Copp,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2025
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Last year, the NFL reported a 20,000% increase in unauthorized drone activity over games between 2017 and 2023, some of which delayed games.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
7 June 2025
Verb
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Tessitore was beside himself and put over Evans for his great showcase.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Gunther put over Pat McAfee as a non-wrestling performer with heart, and said Paul was the opposite.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Verb
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Some lawmakers want to defer capital gains taxes for mutual fund investors The average 401(k) savings rate hit a record high.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
7 June 2025
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Ronaldo, 39, played for the Italian club between 2018 and 2021 with the back payment related to his agreement with Juventus to defer part of his wages during the Covid pandemic.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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“Layover.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/layover. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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