over the years

phrase

: during several/some/many years
The camp has changed a lot over the years.

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Fetal viability, for one, has been a moving target over the years as medical knowledge and technology have increased fetuses’ viability earlier and earlier in pregnancy. — Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 10 Nov. 2026 Drake and Ri have enjoyed a fruitful partnership over the years. — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 10 Nov. 2026 Various explanations for the strange magnetic fields of the ice giants have been put forward over the years. — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 10 Nov. 2026 The mid-range A debate over the years with Antetokounmpo has been settling at times for jumpers. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 10 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for over the years

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“Over the years.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/over%20the%20years. Accessed 15 Nov. 2026.

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