as in projection
a part that sticks out from the general mass of something
a recess in the face of the cliff that is hidden by the thick vines dangling from the jagged overhang above
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1
as in to protrude
to extend outward beyond a usual point
the narrow streets of the old European city are lined with row houses often having overhanging second stories
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as in to threaten
to remain poised to inflict harm, danger, or distress on
the problem of how he might be able to afford sending his children to college has been overhanging him for several years
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Recent Examples of overhang
Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 7 May 2025
This new overhang could be part of the reason why the semiconductor rebound did not sustain.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2025
Staff Reports, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2025
Cleveland Heights Fire Department An overhanging tree also appears to have caught fire before the blaze could be extinguished.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2025
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Noun
The fish was spotted out in the open as opposed to inside a cave or under an overhang, which have long been considered hiding spots for the species, researchers said.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 7 May 2025
This new overhang could be part of the reason why the semiconductor rebound did not sustain.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2025
Verb
There’s a couple overhanging trees that aren’t there anymore.
—Staff Reports, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2025
Cleveland Heights Fire Department An overhanging tree also appears to have caught fire before the blaze could be extinguished.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overhang
Noun
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One-time items, say a litigation settlement, potentially mess with an analyst’s projection of continuing performance.—
Shivaram Rajgopal,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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The exhibit animates the workings of the machine through projection mapping on the surface, allowing viewers to learn about its role in the mechanical revolution of agriculture, the release said.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2025
Verb
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The animals have small eyes that slightly protrude from their heads, which are smooth and flat, according to the study.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2025
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Books fly off the shelves, a protruding nail vanishes and then reappears, a Ouija board spells an incomplete message, and there’s definitely something on the third floor.—
Gabino Iglesias,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
Verb
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But those houses are increasingly threatened by wildfire, floods and heat.—
Ryan Kellman,
NPR,
15 June 2025
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And the back-and-forth between the two countries continues to intensify, threatening an already unstable region.—
/ CBS News,
CBS News,
15 June 2025
Noun
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The slow-moving creatures, — distinguished by the thorn-like protrusions that cover their bodies — are found up to 3,600 feet below the surface of the ocean.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2025
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Gone are most of the toggle switches (and the little safety protrusions that accompanied them) on the dashboard, with the exception of one for changing between drive, reverse, and neutral, plus another to switch between drive modes.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Photos posted online showed the snake arrived at a Virginia animal hospital with a bulging body.—
Simone Jasper,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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This week, they’re dominated by the moon, which enters its bulging gibbous phase in advance of next week’s full strawberry moon.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Verb
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One member of the pack menaced him with a knife while another flashed a gun, before some of the youths held him down and stole a sneaker off the victim’s foot before running away, according to police.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
16 May 2025
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The first night, the characters are menaced by a bald hulk in overalls, wearing a clown mask with the mouth area (including his teeth) smashed in.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Cone, empire, and dome pendants, like the Laroche Steel Dimmable Pendant, often feature opaque metal or fabric shades that direct light downwards, making this type the optimal choice for task lighting.—
Maria Conti,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2025
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The objective is to study the composition and origin of the domes and surroundings.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 June 2025
Verb
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That victory put O’Malley back in the rankings. O’Malley’s next bout ended in a no contest, when an eye poke in the second round left Pedro Munhoz unable to continue.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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Senior Russian security official Dmitry Medvedev poked fun at the explosive war of words between U.S. President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk, offering to mediate peace between the two political allies.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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“Overhang.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overhang. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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