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overstay

/ˈoʊvərsteɪ/ verb · British & US
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What does overstay mean?

verb

to stay longer than allowed or intended, especially in a place where one is not supposed to be; to exceed the permitted time.

Example

"The tourist was fined for overstaying her visa."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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