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preposition

Definition of overnext
1
as in above
higher than the boy towered over his siblings

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Relevance

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2
as in during
in the course of the students learned a lot over the summer

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3
as in past
on or to the farther side of peered over the wall

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4
as in across
to the opposite side of hopped over the dropped ball

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5
as in around
in random positions within the boundaries of marbles scattered all over the room

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over

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adverb

ˈō-vər How to pronounce over (audio)
1
as in through
from one side to the other of an intervening space let's swim over to that island

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2
as in again
yet another time several executives missed the presentation and would like you to do it over for them later this afternoon

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3
as in overhead
to or in a higher place I heard the noise and was startled to discover that the plane was directly over

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4
as in throughout
from beginning to end read it over until you understand it thoroughly

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5
as in down
toward or in a lower position the baby toddled two steps and then fell over

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over

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adjective

as in up
brought or having come to an end the play is over now

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Recent Examples of over
Preposition
This is a mission statement that has been internalized by several awards shows over the past couple decades, as viewership for ceremonies like the Oscars, Golden Globes, and Grammys has fallen. — Joe Reid, Vulture, 29 Aug. 2026 Knowing your number isn’t about obsessing over a spreadsheet. — Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Adverb
There was a little confusion as to whether or not the match was really over, but when the bell rang, fans booed loudly. — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 In the same fifth over, Shafique was bowled without scoring, and Robinson had 2-2 at that point. — ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026
Adjective
The Tulum features a dainty pearl trim along its cross-over straps and flows into a slingback strap. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 28 Jan. 2026 When price action is crisp and the fundamental story solid, the main hazards become overconfidence and overvaluation that can result from an over-extrapolation of positive macro trends. — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for over
Recent Examples of Synonyms for over
  1. above
  2. during
  3. past
  4. across
  5. around
  6. through
  7. again
  8. overhead
Preposition
  • Current remaining performance obligation (cRPO) up 14% in constant currency, which is also 1 percentage point above the July quarter guide.
    — Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
  • In exchange, Nvidia takes a cut of the provider’s rental revenue above that threshold.
    — Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of above
Preposition
  • Moments before, with Wells still at the plate and the Yankees leading 7-1, Flemming and color analyst Will Middlebrooks vented about Chisholm stealing second base and third base during the at-bat.
    — Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • This past week, Los Angeles theme parks had more humidity than their Orlando counterparts, something CBSLA chief meteorologist Paul Deanno says he’s never encountered during his career.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of during
Preposition
  • Hudson and others are represented by attorney Ryan Downton, who has successfully litigated eligibility cases on behalf of former Vanderbilt star quarterback Diego Pavia and others and extended their careers past when the NCAA said their time was up.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Sustained gunfire began past midnight at the premises of the Diori Hamani International Airport, which hosts a major military base, according to an AP witness who requested anonymity for safety reasons.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of past
Preposition
  • That change was introduced to help give club staff working across transfer departments a more normal working pattern.
    — Leon Imber, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • This mirrors the national trend, where increasingly more people across the nation arrested by ICE have no criminal charges.
    — Laura Tillman, Hartford Courant, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of across
Preposition
  • Assertive Mars clashes with your ruler Saturn, highlighting tension around your home, family, or the amount of emotional labor each person carries.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 1 Sep. 2026
  • On the left, Harvey Barnes is currently first-choice, while Newcastle agreed a deal potentially rising to around £50million for Bazoumana Toure in July.
    — Chris Waugh, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of around
Adverb
  • Camp personnel were safely evacuated and there were no campers on site when the fire swept through, Scouting America Longhorn Council officials said in an online update.
    — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Many communities like Gary have been in the dark for almost two weeks since the devastating derecho tore through.
    — Marissa Sulek, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of through
Adverb
  • However, market participants still believe the ECB could act again in September or October.
    — , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The conference is also notable for being the largest Gulf event delayed by the war to try again.
    — Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of again
Adverb
  • Similar to a helicopter, the electric taxi concepts lift off vertically and don’t need a runway, creating a niche for expanding such air travel just a few thousand feet overhead in one of the world’s busiest air travel hubs.
    — Pat Maio, Daily News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The scenery is so quintessential North Florida, with the giant oaks forming the canopy overhead that gives the trail its namesake and the rolling countryside is very evocative of the Deep South.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of overhead

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