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The future tense form of 'overlay' is formed by using the auxiliary verb will followed by the base form of the verb overlay. Example: They will overlay graphics onto the final version of the design. (They will overlay graphics onto the final version of the design.)
Definition of “overlay”
- to cover or superimpose something on top of another
- to add an additional layer or element to something
Tense sentence structure and examples:
Notes from a Native English Speaker
Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed
| Future Simple | overlay |
| Future Continuous | overlaying |
| Future Perfect | overlaid |
Example
She will overlay a texture on the background.
Example
They will overlay the text with a gradient effect.
Example
At this time tomorrow, I will be overlaying the final touches.
Example
They will be overlaying the images with filters during the editing process.
Example
By the end of the week, she will have overlaid all the elements on the webpage.
Example
They will have overlaid the graphics on the video before publishing it.
