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Overstay - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Overstay means to remain in a place longer than allowed or expected, such as staying past a visa's expiration or exceeding a permitted time in a location. It often implies a violation of rules.

overstay

/ˈoʊvɚˌsteɪ/ /ˈəʊvəˌsteɪ/

Definition:

To remain longer than the allowed or intended time.

Synonyms:

outstay, linger, exceed, remain

Part of Speech:

verb, noun

Antonyms:

leave, depart

Common Collocations:

overstay a visa, overstay one's welcome, overstay the deadline

Derivatives:

overstayer, overstaying

Usage Tips:

Use "overstay" to describe exceeding a permitted time limit, often for visas or visits.

Common Phrases:

overstay your welcome, overstay the visit, overstay the visa

Etymology:

Derived from "over-" (excess) + "stay" (remain), first recorded in the early 19th century.

Examples:

  • 1. He will overstay his visa if he doesn't leave soon.
  • 2. Tourists often overstay their welcome by lingering too long.
  • 3. She didn’t want to overstay at the party and left early.
  • 4. The hotel charges extra if guests overstay their reservation.

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