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as in overlaps
to lie over parts of one another
the puzzle pieces overlay one another in complete disarray on the floor
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2
as in coats
to form a layer over
there will be freezing rain tonight, so we can expect to find a thick layer of ice overlying the car windshield in the morning
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Milwaukee County emergency management director Paul Riegel said sirens are only activated when the National Weather Service issues a tornado warning – meaning a tornado, or a storm capable of producing one, overlaps any area of the county.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
14 Apr. 2026 -
What makes his accomplishments even more impressive is that the end of the powerlifting season overlaps with the start of baseball.—
Rick Mauch,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Apr. 2026
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When ready to serve, turn the jar upside down and let sit for 2 minutes so the dressing evenly coats the salad.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The sweet dust that coats these squares is a nice touch.—
Jolene Thym,
Mercury News,
8 Apr. 2026
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The route covers three to six miles on the west side of the park—passing by Big Bear Spire, Secret Passage, and Cool Cave—and it’s described as easy to moderate.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Apr. 2026
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The hotel also charges a $25 taxable amenity fee per night, which covers in-room Wi-Fi, cultural workshops and classes, live local music, use of hotel bikes and stand-up paddleboards, self-parking, and access to the hotel’s fitness room and pool.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Overlies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overlies. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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