overbook
verb (used with object)
to accept reservations for in excess of the number that can be accommodated.
overbooking
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present participleof overbook.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Newman and other industry experts say there’s no standard type of deal that cruise lines offer in the case of overbooking.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 19, 2026
However, Zhao cautioned that the shortage of memory chips is likely amplified by overbooking during this supply crunch.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 11, 2026
To address this uncertainty, the researchers propose the use of "overbooking" to allow them to increase the tile size, as well as a way to tolerate it if the tile doesn't fit the buffer.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 31, 2023
What’s more, airlines practice their own form of deception by overbooking their flights and hoping some passengers don’t show up.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 26, 2023
Even one of the people responsible for overbooking the calendar agrees it’s now too crowded.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 20, 2023
