Example Sentences

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Charli XCX said the film deals with "the lifespan of art, the idea of... overstaying your welcome in a cultural space".

From Barron's • Feb. 14, 2026

ICE accused Clarke of overstaying his visa and arrested him.

From Slate • Dec. 20, 2025

The government first accused Marouf of overstaying his visa, the allegation coming via the notice to appear in immigration court that he received during his arrest.

From Salon • Nov. 20, 2025

She ended up overstaying her visa, he said, and in 2019, the government sent her a notice to appear for a court hearing to begin deportation proceedings.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2025

The guard opens the door, probably to yell at me for overstaying my welcome, but I’m already making my way out.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth