1
2
3
as in past
on or to the farther side of
peered over the wall
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
1
2
as in again
yet another time
several executives missed the presentation and would like you to do it over for them later this afternoon
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
4
as in throughout
from beginning to end
read it over until you understand it thoroughly
Synonyms & Similar Words
as in up
brought or having come to an end
the play is over now
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of over
Martin Vassolo, Axios, 11 Feb. 2025
Photo by Rita Harper Day 4: Fly over alligators, bite into barracuda, and hunt antiques
Grab a quick (but exceptional) quiche at the hotel Columns before a 20-minute drive to the Maurepas Swamp, northwest of New Orleans.
—Jenny Adams, AFAR Media, 11 Feb. 2025
Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2025
Actually Worse This Year? While the virus may be hitting people hard right now, and the flu season is far from over, indications suggest that this year should not be any worse than the last, when the CDC recorded about 40 million illnesses for the 2023–24 season.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Feb. 2025
Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 7 Oct. 2024
In the over 30 years he’s worked in VFX, Ulbrich worked on some of Hollywood’s biggest movies including Titanic, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Black Panther, and most recently, Top Gun: Maverick.
—Damien Scott, Billboard, 17 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for over 
Preposition
No one guessed Margie's whereabouts over the weekend.
—Martin Vassolo, Axios, 11 Feb. 2025
Photo by Rita Harper Day 4: Fly over alligators, bite into barracuda, and hunt antiques
Grab a quick (but exceptional) quiche at the hotel Columns before a 20-minute drive to the Maurepas Swamp, northwest of New Orleans.
—Jenny Adams, AFAR Media, 11 Feb. 2025
Adverb
Sports betting operators have no influence over nor are any such revenues in any way dependent on or linked to the newsrooms or news coverage.
—Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2025
Actually Worse This Year? While the virus may be hitting people hard right now, and the flu season is far from over, indications suggest that this year should not be any worse than the last, when the CDC recorded about 40 million illnesses for the 2023–24 season.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
Moore came in behind the clear-out from the opposite side on an over route and was wide open in a confused Carolina secondary for an easy touchdown to tie the score at 7-7.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 7 Oct. 2024
In the over 30 years he’s worked in VFX, Ulbrich worked on some of Hollywood’s biggest movies including Titanic, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Black Panther, and most recently, Top Gun: Maverick.
—Damien Scott, Billboard, 17 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for over
Recent Examples of Synonyms for over
Preposition
-
Harvey Gardner and his IT General Telecom co-workers were above the impact zone of the first plane.—
Nancy Cutler,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
-
The snow will fall on roads that are above freezing during the day Wednesday, so impact on travel could be minimal, experts say.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Feb. 2025
Preposition
-
But that independence, and particularly the eye-opening success that EMPIRE has experienced over the past few years, has also brought scrutiny — and tests of Ghazi’s commitment, particularly during a time of intense consolidation in the music business.—
Dan Rys,
Billboard,
11 Feb. 2025
-
The airport is a popular hub for jets coming in and out of the Phoenix area, especially during big sports weekends like the Waste Management Phoenix Open golf tournament, which attracts huge crowds just a few miles away.—
Hallie Golden,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
Preposition
-
Eley and other local residents slipped past the police officers trying to quell tensions and grabbed a flag from the fleeing demonstrators, stomping on it and ultimately setting it aflame.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
-
A couple driving on Evansville Avenue in Meriden around 11 a.m. on Saturday reportedly spotted something grey in a pile of snow just past the Markham Airport on the north side of the road next to the large field of solar panels.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
17 Feb. 2025
Preposition
-
Employees fired, put on leave Termination notices were sent to more than 60 probationary employees across multiple work groups, including the offices of general counsel, special education and rehabilitation services, and federal student aid.—
Mike Snider,
USA TODAY,
17 Feb. 2025
-
Petey, their large poodle, lounges across their laps.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
16 Feb. 2025
Preposition
-
But Trenin’s goal Saturday was a reflection of his style — being a menace around the net, hustling for position and making a sneaky skilled tip.—
Joe Smith,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
-
The crew used machines to ice up the trees and place snow on the ground for the actors walk on, with around 70% of the snow in the final cut having to be CGI.—
Matt Minton,
Variety,
9 Feb. 2025
Adverb
-
Also, that the season starts out a bit sluggish, but picks up midway through, echoing the consensus of several other critics of this season.—
James Hibberd,
The Hollywood Reporter,
11 Feb. 2025
-
One day, the water starts trickling through, and the open defiance of judicial orders is just such a moment, a clear and urgent warning that things are about to crumble.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
11 Feb. 2025
Adverb
-
The Doobie Brothers are taking it to the stage again this summer with a tour to support a new album.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
-
And then the other [you, Sue] has to stitch your spine again and take care of it.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
10 Feb. 2025
Adverb
-
The floors are covered with large area rugs throughout.—
American Booksellers Association,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
-
This transatlantic look in the highly popular center-console category features plush, embossed seating throughout, and advanced navigation and entertainment systems.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
14 Feb. 2025
Thesaurus Entries Near over
Cite this Entry
“Over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/over. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share