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Overbook

Definition

(formal/business) To accept more bookings or reservations than can be accommodated, resulting in an excess of demand over available capacity. Typically used in the context of airlines, hotels, and other service industries where capacity is limited.

Example Sentences

1The airline's policy of overbooking flights has led to numerous complaints from passengers who were bumped off their scheduled departures.
2To avoid overbooking, the hotel implemented a more efficient reservation system that automatically updates room availability in real-time.
3The concert venue was overbooked, with hundreds of fans left standing outside after the event reached maximum capacity.
4Overbooking can be a deliberate strategy to account for no-shows, but it also risks alienating loyal customers who are denied service.
5The tour operator was accused of overbooking hotels at the popular destination, leaving many tourists without accommodation during peak season.

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