overpay
verb (used with object)
to pay more than (an amount due).
is overpaying
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present progressiveof overpay (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Here’s an explanation of why investors think Sysco is overpaying.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 31, 2026
Until there’s more information about how the merger would be structured, investors may worry that Estée Lauder is overpaying for a difficult asset.
From Barron's ● Mar. 24, 2026
Twitter’s share price has fallen dramatically since his takeover bid in April, leading to the impression that he is overpaying.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 7, 2022
Mr. Farsijany advises her on who she can trust and if she is overpaying for any service.
From New York Times ● Jan. 27, 2022
“I think everyone is overpaying, but if everyone overpaying no one is overpaying.”
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 6, 2022
