Synonyms of overlapping

overlapping 1 of 2

adjective

as in intersecting

Related Words

• intersecting
• underlying
• superposed
• superimposed
• conjoining
• convergent
• overlaying
• crisscrossing
• concurrent
• coaxial
• coinciding
• allover
• congruent
• coextensive
• coterminous
• conterminous
• coincident
• conjunctional

Dissimilar Words

• nonconcurrent
• noncongruent

overlapping

2 of 2

verb

present participle of overlap

as in overlying

to lie over parts of one another

the brochures on the display table should overlap but not so much that the titles are obscured

Synonyms & Similar Words

• overlying
• lapping
• overlaying
• shingling
• overspreading

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of overlapping

Adjective

How’s an architect supposed to address these overlapping and contradictory rubrics, much less resolve them? — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 2 Sep. 2026

Recent teammates mostly function as an information pipeline, while older, non-overlapping alumni may be shaping how recruiters and HR assess candidates who share their team affiliation, rather than simply passing along a tip. — Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2026

Instead, their ranges formed what researchers describe as a mosaic of separate, non-overlapping distributions. — Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

There were four short docs released under the SNL50 banner, plus Questlove’s Ladies & Gentlemen…50 Years of SNL Music and Brent Hodge’s Downey Wrote That, all on Peacock and boasting myriad overlapping talking heads, filming locations and generally celebratory approaches to the beloved sketch show. — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 15 Apr. 2026

In the past couple years, AI has permeated the music industry in several overlapping but distinct ways. — Andrew R. Chow, Time, 27 Mar. 2026

Its dealers also have non-overlapping territories, which reduces competition, according to the complaints. — Kelli Arseneau, jsonline.com, 26 Feb. 2026

Verb

The serum combines biomimetic peptides, a root-anchoring complex, and antioxidants to fortify hair on multiple, overlapping fronts. — Kate Gammon, Time, 15 Oct. 2026

Several overlapping pressures, including trade disruptions and falling demand, have placed winemakers in a tricky position. — Ella Chakarian, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026

The integrated resort also hosted TOKEN2049 at its Expo & Convention Centre, underscoring how major business conferences and sporting events are increasingly overlapping. — Jenny Lee,matthew Tan, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026

Pierson has served as district attorney for 19 years, overlapping with much of Leikauf’s law enforcement career. — Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2026

Chair44 can infinitely tile a three-dimensional space by covering it without gaps or overlapping shapes. — Rachel Crowell, Scientific American, 12 Oct. 2026

Kardashian opted for a neutral cream shade of her slingback sandals, which had a slight heel and thin, delicate overlapping straps at the toe. — Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026

The broad overlapping peaks make the Taurids less about watching on one particular night and more about keeping an eye on the night sky for several weeks. — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 12 Oct. 2026

Angle the brush at about 45 degrees where the tooth meets the gum and use short, gentle circular or overlapping strokes. — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 7 Oct. 2026