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layover

[ˈleɪoʊvər]

layover Definition

  • 1a period of time when a traveler has to wait for their connecting flight or transportation
  • 2a temporary stop in a journey

Using layover: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "layover" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    We had a six-hour layover in Chicago before our next flight.

  • Example

    The train made a brief layover in Philadelphia before continuing on to New York.

  • Example

    I always try to schedule a long layover in a city I've never been to before so I can explore it.

layover Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for layover

Phrases with layover

  • a layover that lasts overnight, typically requiring the traveler to stay at a hotel or accommodation

    Example

    Due to a delay, my layover turned into an overnight layover, and I had to find a hotel to stay in.

  • a city where a traveler has a layover and may choose to explore or visit during their waiting time

    Example

    Paris is a popular layover city for flights between the US and Europe.

  • the amount of time a traveler has to wait during a layover

    Example

    I always check the layover time before booking a flight to make sure I have enough time to catch my connecting flight.

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Summary: layover in Brief

A 'layover' [ˈleɪoʊvər] refers to a temporary stop or waiting period during a journey. It is commonly used to describe the time a traveler has to wait for their connecting flight or transportation. Examples include 'We had a six-hour layover in Chicago before our next flight,' and 'The train made a brief layover in Philadelphia before continuing on to New York.' Other phrases include 'overnight layover,' 'layover city,' and 'layover time.'

How do native speakers use this expression?

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