as in to postpone
to assign to a later time
we'll have to lay over a discussion of the issue until the next meeting
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Recent Examples of layover
Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 May 2025
During our layover, a worker at the dockyard had told me of the attacks and the threat of starvation incapacitating the capital.
—EW.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
That bill was also technically scheduled for Monday but it was laid over once again.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 28 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Good morning from my layover, There might have been something like relief in the Padres’ clubhouse the past two days.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 May 2025
During our layover, a worker at the dockyard had told me of the attacks and the threat of starvation incapacitating the capital.
—EW.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Verb
This apparently is in reaction to the PPA’s plans to use a roll-out surface laid over top of the hardcourts at the tennis center.
—Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
That bill was also technically scheduled for Monday but it was laid over once again.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for layover
Noun
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Get a Sneak Peek Inside the Massive ‘Celebrate Happy’ Festivities Kicking Off May 16 Other stops on their outing included a ride on Dumbo the Flying Elephant and a trip to see Star Wars troopers.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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Tied Up In The Past My first landmark stop was Freedom Park (Broderick Park), once a vital Underground Railroad crossing point.—
Rafael Peña,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
Verb
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The Duchess of Sussex's weekend plans changed after the Los Angeles museum gala she was set to attend on June 14 was postponed amid protests in the city against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
15 June 2025
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Shortly after the raid, swap meet officials postponed the concert.—
Jasmine Mendez,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2025
Noun
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That changed with the rise of European sailing power, with Bermuda soon becoming a critical stopover for ships moving between Europe, the Caribbean, and the Americas.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
21 May 2025
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Many diners at Naar have been planning quick trips with their eye on the prize—in addition to dinner service, Sadhu’s team introduced lunch to cater to visitors looking to break up the drive from Chandigarh to Shimla with a stopover for a meal.—
Sarah Khan,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Since his sentencing 37 years ago, Menzies' attorneys have filed multiple appeals that delayed his death sentence, which had been scheduled at least twice before it was postponed.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
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Last year, the NFL reported a 20,000% increase in unauthorized drone activity over games between 2017 and 2023, some of which delayed games.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
7 June 2025
Verb
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Tessitore was beside himself and put over Evans for his great showcase.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Gunther put over Pat McAfee as a non-wrestling performer with heart, and said Paul was the opposite.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Verb
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Some lawmakers want to defer capital gains taxes for mutual fund investors The average 401(k) savings rate hit a record high.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
7 June 2025
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Ronaldo, 39, played for the Italian club between 2018 and 2021 with the back payment related to his agreement with Juventus to defer part of his wages during the Covid pandemic.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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“Layover.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/layover. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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