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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Not only is sitting on the potty all by yourself a little bit scary, but nobody likes putting play to a stop to use the potty, either.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
6 June 2025
Verb
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The North American leg of Heart’s Royal Flush Tour was initially postponed in July of 2024 after Nancy's sister Ann Wilson informed fans of her cancer diagnosis.—
Shyla Watson,
People.com,
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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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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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
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While the crate had a blanket put over it, Chef's presence was enough to keep Chip calm throughout the night.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
19 Mar. 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 10 Jun. 2025.
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