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as in past
on or to the farther side of
peered over the wall
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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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as in throughout
from beginning to end
read it over until you understand it thoroughly
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as in up
brought or having come to an end
the play is over now
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Recent Examples of over
Daniel Bice, jsonline.com, 30 July 2025
Ford recalled over 1 million vehicles of model years 2021-2024 in May due to a freezing rearview camera issue that could lead to crashes.
—Jamie L. Lareau, Freep.com, 30 July 2025
Literary Hub, 6 Aug. 2025
The 2025 legislative session is over, with many bills already in effect, and Maryland’s leaders are touting progress on clean energy.
—Brian Sailer, Baltimore Sun, 5 Aug. 2025
Daniel Popper, New York Times, 10 June 2025
Before the sequel was announced, Bullock and Kidman reflected on their love for the original movie in the over 20 years since its release.
—Rebecca Aizin, People.com, 7 May 2025
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Preposition
The next court hearing, Dugan said, could be handled over Zoom.
—Daniel Bice, jsonline.com, 30 July 2025
Ford recalled over 1 million vehicles of model years 2021-2024 in May due to a freezing rearview camera issue that could lead to crashes.
—Jamie L. Lareau, Freep.com, 30 July 2025
Adverb
After the first year was over, Girlie skipped both her one‑on‑one visits and the group sessions, all the cake parties and symposiums.
—Literary Hub, 6 Aug. 2025
The 2025 legislative session is over, with many bills already in effect, and Maryland’s leaders are touting progress on clean energy.
—Brian Sailer, Baltimore Sun, 5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Later in that period, McConkey had an explosive reception from Herbert on an over route off play action.
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—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 10 June 2025
Before the sequel was announced, Bullock and Kidman reflected on their love for the original movie in the over 20 years since its release.
—Rebecca Aizin, People.com, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for over
Preposition
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Peterson attributes that to people wanting the local dive bar experience again — one where the owner lives above the bar and knows their name, that looks like it hasn't been cleaned recently but keeps churning out delicious food.—
Sophia Tiedge,
jsonline.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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For each of the criteria, readers had the option of rating as excellent, above average, average, below average or poor.—
Paula Soria,
AZCentral.com,
17 Aug. 2025
Preposition
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The payments would resemble the stimulus checks issued during the COVID-19 pandemic, USA TODAY reported.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
9 Aug. 2025
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The Mass Ave Indy app was born out of a desire to have a digital presence during Summerfest, the district's annual festival during the third weekend in July.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
9 Aug. 2025
Preposition
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According to most public record books, including those kept by Baseball-Reference and MLB.com, the freeze job elevated the 42-year-old past Johnson and into sole possession of ninth place among the all-time strikeout leaders.—
Evan Webeck,
Mercury News,
17 Aug. 2025
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Drucilla Tigner, the executive director of statewide coalition Texas For All, said in a news release that the fight extends far past Texas.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
16 Aug. 2025
Preposition
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Nelson’s announcement follows the formation of five faculty advisory committees in June tasked with identifying cost-cutting measures across the division.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
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Kaytranada hits the road with Justice on a co-headlining tour across North America this fall.—
Chris Malone Méndez,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
Preposition
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The show doesn’t just happen in front of them, but around them.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The sidebar, which prides itself as a showcase of boundary-pushing international cinema, will feature 16 features and 24 shorts representing 28 countries around the world.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Some songs are two verses, some songs are straight through, but there’s still a refrain and a chorus.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
6 Aug. 2025
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Sacramento International Airport had its busiest month ever in June with 1.3 million travelers passing through, the county reported, as officials forge ahead with a $1.3 billion airport expansion.—
Ariane Lange,
Sacbee.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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And once again, there's a chance the spacecraft could be visible soaring over Arizona.—
Eric Lagatta,
AZCentral.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Kelly quickly pondered what to call in that moment and again went back to the slider to put away Stephenson.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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There is art throughout, including a 10-foot mural by local Winnetka artist Paige Spearin, who designed prints for Lilly Pulitzer, an oversize piece by Maggie Meiners, also from Winnetka, and a photography piece by Nick Mele.—
Kristin Larson,
Footwear News,
15 Aug. 2025
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Space Gun was a much harder and more technical light gun game, with references to the Alien movies throughout.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/over. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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