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Recent Examples of overstay
But each time Sue overstays her welcome, parts of Elisabeth’s body age at punishing rates.
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Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 7 Oct. 2024
Wen, who allegedly overstayed his visa and remained in the US illegally, was arrested Tuesday by the FBI.
—Josh Campbell, CNN, 3 Dec. 2024
Wen, who authorities said is a Chinese national living illegally in the U.S. after overstaying his visa, has been charged with conspiracy to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, which deals with sanctions and frozen foreign assets.
—Brittny Mejia, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2024
Built on the endearingly boyish charm of lead Grant Gustin, the longest-running (ha) of the Arrowverse shows would eventually overstay its welcome after nine seasons, its initial spark sapped by sister series.
—Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
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Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 7 Oct. 2024
Wen, who allegedly overstayed his visa and remained in the US illegally, was arrested Tuesday by the FBI.
—Josh Campbell, CNN, 3 Dec. 2024
Wen, who authorities said is a Chinese national living illegally in the U.S. after overstaying his visa, has been charged with conspiracy to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, which deals with sanctions and frozen foreign assets.
—Brittny Mejia, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2024
Built on the endearingly boyish charm of lead Grant Gustin, the longest-running (ha) of the Arrowverse shows would eventually overstay its welcome after nine seasons, its initial spark sapped by sister series.
—Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overstay
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There are infinite ways for SNL to be unbearable: a sketch outstays its welcome, the rookie featured player keeps flubbing his lines, the writers forgo jokes altogether and instead force us to listen to a bizarre piano ballad in an attempt to say something earnest about politics.Rebecca Jennings, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
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Defying gravity Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have long outstayed a planned eight days in low-Earth orbit after traveling to the International Space Station aboard Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft in June.Ashley Strickland, CNN, 10 Aug. 2024
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The dry down reveals creamy tonka bean and sandalwood base notes, grounding the composition with a soft, cashmere-like warmth that lingers beautifully.Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
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Warren went first, while Poles lingered longer for a private moment with his quarterback.Adam Jahns, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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He was arraigned on charges of loitering and prowling at night, criminal mischief, disturbing the peace, criminal trespass, evading arrest on furry feet, scatting rubbing and a bunch of summaries for smelling bad.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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In May, Stewart was placed on a 20-day suspension by former LMPD Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel after failing to follow several protocols related to an incident when an officer under his supervision used excessive force against an unhoused man who was allegedly loitering in a hotel lobby.Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 17 Dec. 2024
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Gentle' Neighbor's Dog Escapes, Livestock Know Who to Stand Behind Hearts Melt as Spaniel Puppy and Kitten Become Unlikely 'Best Friends' Newsweek is waiting for @tacoshellandbob provide a comment.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
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Or maybe DuPont is waiting for the valuation multiples on water companies to expand after falling over the past six months.Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2025
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“Overstay.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overstay. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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