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as in overlapped
to lie over parts of one another
the puzzle pieces overlay one another in complete disarray on the floor
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2
as in coated
to form a layer over
there will be freezing rain tonight, so we can expect to find a thick layer of ice overlying the car windshield in the morning
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Susana Córdova, who preceded Marrero, spent less than $5,000 on travel as her tenure overlapped with the pandemic.—
Jessica Seaman,
Denver Post,
1 June 2026 -
Another executive, Josh Scobey, the assistant director of player personnel, overlapped with Sullivan in Green Bay from 2005 to 2011.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
1 June 2026
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Shrimp become juicy and sweet, zucchini and carrots are crisp-tender, and everything is nicely coated in the bright lemon pepper seasoning.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2026
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The brand is also introducing a new category called Dunked, featuring tenders, wings, and sandwiches coated in sauce for a bold, flavor-forward experience.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
15 June 2026
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They’re crafted from water-resistant material that’s perfect for heading straight from the airport to the beach, thanks to an airy design that keeps feet covered and cool even on hot days.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
12 June 2026
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Environmental activist group Save RGV (for Rio Grande Valley) contends the company's rocket launches have left nearby homes covered in debris, disrupted native wildlife and harmed air quality.—
Maya Blackstone,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Every braking point, apex and throttle input from his previous best was overlaid on his track view.—
Brendan Keegan,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The tattoos are outlined in black, as seen on their Instagram Stories, and are also displayed in their black-and-white Instagram carousel overlaid with the colorless filter.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
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“Overlain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overlain. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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