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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
Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 18 June 2026
Edwin Diaz had an ERA over 10 before going down with an arm injury.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2026
Sabrina Franza, CBS News, 19 June 2026
But Josh Acevedo, the city council member who introduced the proposal, says the fight is not over—and expects the energy around the dispute to carry forward into coming elections.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 19 June 2026
Adam England, PEOPLE, 18 Dec. 2025
In the over ten years since Kumail Nanjiani was last actively doing stand-up, he’s successfully transitioned into an entirely different career.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 3 Dec. 2025
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Preposition
Still up seven games in the NL East, the Braves (46-27) are in an offensive funk over the past week, and the team’s good starting pitching has faltered some.
—Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 18 June 2026
Edwin Diaz had an ERA over 10 before going down with an arm injury.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2026
Adverb
Her sister called with the news Friday morning, and Williams ran right over.
—Sabrina Franza, CBS News, 19 June 2026
But Josh Acevedo, the city council member who introduced the proposal, says the fight is not over—and expects the energy around the dispute to carry forward into coming elections.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 19 June 2026
Adjective
Here's everything to know about the members' lives in the over 30 years since the group formed.
—Adam England, PEOPLE, 18 Dec. 2025
In the over ten years since Kumail Nanjiani was last actively doing stand-up, he’s successfully transitioned into an entirely different career.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 3 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for over
Preposition
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Don’t be fooled by the small entryway; the position of the building lends itself to dedicating the floors above the lobby to the real scenery.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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Other videos appear to show two men lifting her above their heads while a third stands nearby, while no safety cord is visible in the footage, according to NBC News and local media reports.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
Preposition
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In the Republic of Ireland, RTE has shown commercials during the breaks, even though former player Richard Sadlier was critical of that live on air during Mexico vs South Africa.—
Tom Burrows,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Prosecutors allege the group, who were arrested in June during a multi-state sweep, coordinated an ambush involving explosive-laden drones intended to strike the north side of the White House.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
Preposition
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McTominay, whose iconic bicycle kick against Denmark was the defining goal of Scotland’s World Cup qualifying campaign, threatened multiple times past the 80th minute but couldn’t convert.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
20 June 2026
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After a stagnant first half, Mbappe clicked into gear despite being denied a penalty, and his long-range second goal took him past Olivier Giroud as France’s all-time top scorer.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
Preposition
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The worst conditions are expected across the Western Slope and high country, with changing air quality elsewhere depending on the wind.—
Joe Ruch,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
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In Texas, an 18-wheeler dropped $800,000 in dimes onto a highway in April 2025, sending crews scrambling as coins scattered across the roadway.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Preposition
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The Coast Guard and partner search and rescue crews looked for him by air and sea, covering around 529 square miles, the statement said.—
Sofia Saric
June 16,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
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The project area totals more than 2,000 acres, with around 550 acres being kept as an agricultural buffer.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
Adverb
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Under the satin nightie, Holmes wore a white tank top that intentionally allowed her black bra straps to peek through.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
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Those showers don't encompass the entire area and will move through, bringing with them on and off stormy conditions.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
Adverb
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Then again, Nathan’s emotional nature is his albatross.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
23 June 2026
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Wait for 30 minutes after the final lightning or thunder before heading outside again.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2026
Adverb
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The likelihood of lightning increases as a thunderstorm gets closer and reaches its highest point when the storm is directly overhead.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
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Made entirely of glass, Bloom can be enjoyed no matter the forecast, but there is something particularly special about sipping a glass of Champagne as the garden’s string lights twinkle overhead.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 June 2026
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“Over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/over. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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