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
Chris Weatherspoon, The Athletic, 19 Mar. 2025
The technology is a major improvement over the way temporary grass fields were laid over artificial turf for previous tournaments that used NFL stadiums, such as the Gold Cup.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 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
Where City have benefited significantly is in reaping the rewards of plans laid over a decade ago.
—Chris Weatherspoon, The Athletic, 19 Mar. 2025
The technology is a major improvement over the way temporary grass fields were laid over artificial turf for previous tournaments that used NFL stadiums, such as the Gold Cup.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 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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After a short discussion between the clubs and Major League Baseball, the game was postponed.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2025
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The Division 1 softball game between Poway and Ayala was postponed because of rain.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
Noun
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Cascade Locks Situated about halfway through the gorge, this tiny town is worth a stopover.—
Zoe Baillargeon,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2025
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But most likely, an overnight stopover will be necessary, or at the very least, an overnight flight.—
Will McGough,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
Verb
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Meanwhile, Boeing’s project has been hampered by stress corrosion cracks on the planes and excessive noise in the cabins from the decompression system, among other issues that have delayed delivery, according to a Government Accountability Office report released last year.—
Tara Copp,
Los Angeles Times,
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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The agreement appears to essentially lock in the exemptions in perpetuity, requiring any future Ukrainian legislation to defer and yield to this international treaty.—
Andrew Leahey,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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The city can achieve their highest statutory purpose, boost local jobs and the local economy, and address critical environmental needs — needs that will become more expensive if deferred.—
Jim Peugh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 May 2025
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“Layover.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/layover. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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