overlapped

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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The tertulias at Alemana became the space where artists, journalists, and drunks overlapped freely.

From Salon • Jun. 23, 2026

During Trump's first term, the US president and former Brazilian president Bolsonaro enjoyed a friendly relationship when their presidencies overlapped, and the two had met at the White House in 2019.

From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026

But Timothy Reissman, who overlapped with him on the racing club, recalled Juncosa as someone who was willing to put in the time to figure out practical engineering skills for himself.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

The team also examined whether the diets of more common fungi-eating mammals overlapped with the Gilbert's potoroo.

From Science Daily • May 20, 2026

I moved my arm to the edge of my bag and pushed it so it slightly overlapped with hers.

From "Looking for Alaska" by John Green