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Vocabulary Entry
overtime
|noun • verb
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N
noun
Time worked beyond the regular working hours, often compensated at a higher pay rate.
Example Sentences
"She earned extra money by doing overtime last weekend."
"The company offers overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a week."
"He decided to decline overtime to spend more time with his family."
V
verb
To work additional hours beyond a regular schedule.
Example Sentences
"Many employees choose to overtime when they want to earn more money."
"He rarely has to overtime because he manages his time well."
"They agreed to overtime if it meant completing the project on time."