overdue

Example Sentences

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Some defended the choice, saying a larger hosting space was long overdue.

From Los Angeles Times

John Cuddihy, whose daughter Molly died aged 23 last August, seven years after she was infected said it was "overdue recognition" of problems with the water system that families had been warning about for years.

From BBC

Felicity Gillespie, director of charitable foundation Kindred Squared, said "evidence-based" screentime guidance for parents was "overdue and very welcome".

From BBC

Supporters argue this reflects an overdue reset in federal nutrition policy, one that privileges nuance over blanket prohibition and embraces individual responsibility.

From Salon

Last February, Metrick, the company's former chief executive, sent a letter to vendors saying overdue payments would be made in 12 instalments.

From BBC