over and above

preposition

: in addition to : besides

Examples of over and above in a Sentence

we'll need another gallon of milk over and above what we already have
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The Johnson administration has made annual contributions to the city’s retirement plans over and above what’s required in law through a series of tough budgets. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2025 Current players will share a pool with a $20.5 million limit per university, over and above scholarships, with the amount increasing in future years. Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 10 June 2025 Some of us prioritize loyalty to our family over and above emotional safety and boundaries. Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025 That is, the papal state gave him the grace to be even more united to the people, over and above his low profile, a warm person. Escher Walcott, People.com, 28 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for over and above

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of over and above was in the 15th century

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“Over and above.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/over%20and%20above. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

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over and above

preposition
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