over the years

idiom

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

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This weekend, The Long Walk is out in theaters, the latest Stephen King adaptation out of literally dozens over the years. Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025 But over the years, the promises of H-2A — such as humane working conditions, free housing and far better wages than back home — have been undermined by the relative ease of exploiting workers due to scant oversight of the program. ProPublica, 13 Sep. 2025 The city has also received letters in support of the project and of thanks for the family’s support of the community over the years. Mona Darwish, Oc Register, 13 Sep. 2025 Fraternal security Gulf states have had significant internal quarrels over the years but remain bound by mutual defense treaties signed decades ago. Mostafa Salem, CNN Money, 13 Sep. 2025 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 16 Sep. 2025.

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