OVERSTAY Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

overstay

verb

Definition of overstay

as in to outstay

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Recent Examples of overstay Drivers who overstay their allotted time will also face steeper penalties, with the cost of meter violations going from $20 to $25. — Sara-James Ranta, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 July 2026 Just as a host shouldn’t cannibalize their guests, guests shouldn’t overstay their welcome—which is exactly what the suitors courting Penelope do. — Natasha O'Neill, Vanity Fair, 16 July 2026 That could get complicated as people overstay visas, apply for new forms of legal status and move into and out the state. — ABC News, 27 June 2026 Oh, and that’s not counting a potential $70,000 in citation revenue from drivers who overstay their time. — Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 20 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for overstay

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The album moves like a DJ set, never letting a sound outstay its welcome.

— Stephen Kearse, Pitchfork, 9 Oct. 2026
Better to outstay your welcome than give it all up too soon.

— Phil Hay, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025

Definition of outstay

Verb

The result is a thick haze that can linger over the capital and surrounding areas for days.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Nov. 2026
The results raised long-standing concerns over the quality of work and whether the lingering contamination could present risks to the residents.

— Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of linger

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The system features a 30 mm automatic cannon, supported by sensors and a fire control system designed to engage aerial threats such as drones, helicopters and loitering munitions.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
Something of an old-fashioned centre-forward, Lepaul rarely gets involved in build-up play, preferring instead to loiter up front.

— Thom Harris, New York Times, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of loiter

Verb

Even so, some sellers would rather wait for a PSA label than send their cards to a competitor, dealers told CNBC.

— Matthew Tan, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026
Over at Article, there are pages of savings up to 60% off on midcentury modern and Scandi-influenced furniture, home decor, and lighting all waiting to be snapped up.

— Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 6 Nov. 2026

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