layovers

Definition of layoversnext
plural of layover
as in stops
a brief halt in a journey our flight from New York to San Francisco made a layover in Chicago

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Recent Examples of layovers Addalock Original Portable Door Lock 2-pack Flight attendants have to deal with layovers, too! Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 6 Jan. 2026 Once a rare luxury reserved only for premium international travelers, the ability to shower at airports is gaining new attention as fliers look for ways to refresh during long-haul trips and extended layovers — especially amid the MAHA push for healthier living in virtually any venue. Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 16 Dec. 2025 These flights appeal to passengers willing to pay a premium to avoid lengthy layovers and multiple airport transfers, marking a shift in global travel patterns. Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2025 Flyers should try to mitigate any headaches from delays and cancellations by avoiding booking flights with layovers, the non-profit US Public Interest Research Group says, and opt to make reservations directly with the airline rather than a third-party website. Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025 The expenses also included $1,600 for a VIP service that greeted Evers and his wife during layovers at the Paris and London airports with a personalized name sign, luggage assistance, and moving through the airports and customs from a company called Fastrack. Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 8 Nov. 2025 Travelers at all airports, not just the 40 directly impacted, may face cancellations, fare increases, and longer layovers. Eve Chen, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025 We're often forced to skip our short layovers to attempt to make up time. Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 29 Oct. 2025 Passengers expecting speedy layovers and smooth transitions in some major cities have been jolted by unexpected delays or cancellations. Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for layovers
stops
Noun
  • Leave a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you to account for sudden stops or changes in the traffic pattern.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 9 Jan. 2026
  • And though Li has won playoff games before in previous stops, with previous teams, winning Saturday would be a nice moment for himself, too.
    Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 9 Jan. 2026

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“Layovers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/layovers. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.

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