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overseas

Pronunciation: [ˌoʊ.vərˈsiːz]

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Learn how to use overseas in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “geography”

(adverb) to describe a place that is across the ocean or sea from where you are. It usually means countries that are far away and not close to your own.

Example

My family went overseas for vacation last summer.

Example

We didn't travel overseas this year due to the pandemic.

Example

Have you ever been overseas to visit another country?

Context: “business”

(adjective) describing things that come from or are related to another country, especially across the ocean. This can refer to companies or products that are not made locally.

Example

She has a job with an overseas company that works on international projects.

Example

They decided not to buy any overseas products to support local businesses.

Example

What overseas companies are popular in your country?

How to pronounce overseas

Pronunciation: [ˌoʊ.vərˈsiːz]

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