from above

phrase

1

: from a higher place or position

It looks like a cross when viewed from above.

2

: from someone with greater power or authority

waiting for orders from above

Examples of from above in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Another round of smoke is on the way but is mixed with clouds and difficult to see from above. — Dakota Smith, CNN Money, 17 July 2026

The aerial drones then attacked from above, dropping munitions on the position where the defenders had taken cover. — Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

To see Big Sky and the surrounding Madison Range from above, book an early-morning ride with Endeavor Ballooning. — Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 July 2026

Parterres look best when planted on level ground near a deck or terrace, as they are especially charming viewed from above. — Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 13 July 2026

Rhymes for from above

• dove
• glove
• love
• of
• shove
• foxglove
• hereof
• thereof
• whereof
• hereinabove