逾期

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Meaning and Usage

The term "逾期" specifically refers to something happening after a set deadline or due date, commonly used in contexts like payments, submissions, or returns. It implies that the allowed time period has been exceeded.

Common Contexts

You will often see "逾期" in financial, academic, and administrative settings, such as overdue bills, late homework, or library book returns.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 逾期 (overdue repayment): used in banking and credit card contexts.
  • 逾期 (not submitted by the deadline): often used for assignments or documents.
  • 逾期归还 (overdue return): commonly used for borrowed items like books.

Usage Notes

"逾期" is a formal term and often appears in written notices or official communications. It carries a neutral to negative connotation, as it usually implies a penalty or consequence for missing the deadline. Avoid confusing it with "迟到" which refers to being late in arrival rather than missing a deadline.

Example Sentences

This credit card is already overdue; you need to repay it as soon as

Submitting homework late will affect your grades.

The library rules require a fine for overdue book returns.