overdue

Example Sentences

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And by now, picking up a green jacket at Augusta National seems long overdue: He’s been the runner up three times and holds the Masters record for leads after the first round.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

While welcoming the move as a long overdue step towards ending the haemorrhaging of the country's natural wealth, critics question its feasibility, while workers fear for their jobs.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

But Oscar cares little about being overdue and less about making that kind of history.

From Salon • Mar. 13, 2026

Angelica Salas, executive director of the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights in Los Angeles, said Noem’s departure was long overdue.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

As always, there were overdue bills mixed with throwaway flyers printed with cheap black ink that rubbed off onto his fingers.

From "Counting by 7s" by Holly Goldberg Sloan