overlap

[oh-ver-lap, oh-ver-lap] / ˌoʊ vərˈlæp, ˈoʊ vərˌlæp /

VERB

lie over something else

Synonyms

STRONG

flap imbricate overhang overlay overlie overrun project protrude ride shingle

WEAK

extend along fold over go beyond lap over run over

Antonyms

WEAK

divide separate

Example Sentences

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That overlap, along with the timing of its ceremony — this year it takes place Feb.

From Los Angeles Times

But when an investor’s thesis overlaps with the potential for government interest, it can be like a free option.

From Barron's

Although the major contenders are likely to overlap with the Oscars, there will be much more British representation at the Baftas.

From BBC

Yet Le Carré could also be evasive about this overlap, having denied the extent of his spying for many years.

From The Wall Street Journal